Liquid Fungi Mushroom Species Guide
Nameko Mushroom Species Information
Scientific Name
Pholiota microspora
Other Common Names
Pholiota nameko, Shortly nameko
Description
Pholiota microspora, commonly known as Pholiota nameko or shortly nameko is a small, amber-brown mushroom with a slightly gelatinous coating that is used as an ingredient in miso soup and nabemono. In some countries this mushroom is available in kit form and can be grown at home. It is one of Japan's most popular cultivated mushrooms, tastes slightly nutty and is often used in stir-fries. They are also sold dried.
Substrate Type Used for Nameko Mushrooms
Sterilized Hardwood Substrate :
Hardwood Logs, Supplemented Sawdust Blocks, Pasteurized Straw, Other Cellulose Products
Petri: Malt Extract Agar, Dextrose Agar
Spawn: Rye Berries, Millet, Oats, Corn
Ideal Environment Conditions For Nameko Mushrooms
Incubation Temperature: 75F-80F
Incubation Time: 12-14 Days
Fruiting Temperature: 65F-75F
Fruiting Humidity: 85%-93%
Pinning Time: 4-10 Days
Total Fruiting Time: 12-18 Days
Special Considerations:
- Beginners Favorite
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