Italian Oyster Mushroom - Pleurote Italien

Pleurotus pulmonarius form larger, firmer fruit than ostreatus and fruit in warmer weather later in the summer at temperatures of 50 to 70° F. Italian oyster mushrooms are the most cultivated mushrooms in North America and Europe. These mushrooms naturally grow in temperate and subtropical forests throughout the world helping the decomposition of dead and dying wood, especially hardwoods and conifers.  Pleurotus pulmonarius has been found to have analgesic, anti-inflammatory, carcinogenesis delaying, histamine release inhibitor, antioxidant and antimicrobial properties.

Use plug spawn and sawdust spawn to inoculate logs. Use 50 plugs per 40'' x 4'' log.

Use sawdust and grain spawn to make grow bags for faster spawn run and fruiting.

Use 10 mL of liquid culture to inoculate 4 lb. of sterilized grain bags and jars.