Portobello Liquid Culture Syringe

Our 10cc Portobello Mushroom Liquid Culture Syringe comes with a sterile 16-gauge needle, perfect for cultivating Agaricus bisporus, the mushroom commonly known as Portobello. This variety is renowned for its rich, meaty flavor and versatility in culinary applications. Our liquid culture is crafted from a high-output, isolated strain, ensuring rapid colonization and robust yields. Ideal for both novice and experienced growers, Portobello mushrooms thrive on substrates like compost, manure, sawdust, and leaf litter. This culture is guaranteed to be 100% contaminant-free, providing a reliable start to your mushroom cultivation journey​.

• Scientific Name: Agaricus bisporus
• Common Names: Portobello Mushroom, Portabella, Portobella

Grow Conditions:

• • Temperature: Incubation at 75-85°F, fruiting at 65-75°F
  • Humidity: Requires high humidity levels of 85-93% during fruiting
  • Substrate: Best grown on sterilized compost or manure-based substrates, which can include a mix of compost, manure (20%), sawdust, sand, and leaf litter
  • Light Requirements: Low light needed; minimal light exposure helps prevent premature browning of caps
• Typical Locations Found: Native to Europe and North America; commonly found in grasslands, fields, and meadows
• Appearance: Portobello mushrooms are the mature form of the common button mushroom. They have large, flat caps, usually 4-6 inches in diameter, with a dark brown color and firm texture. The gills underneath the cap are dark brown, and the stem is thick and white

Cultivation Tips:

• • Suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation; can be grown in trays or on shelves
  • Requires a compost or manure-based substrate, which provides essential nutrients for growth
  • Regular fresh air exchange is necessary to prevent carbon dioxide build-up, which can affect mushroom development

Culinary Uses:

• • Highly valued for their rich, meaty flavor and firm texture, making them a popular meat substitute in vegetarian dishes
  • Used in a variety of dishes, such as grilled or stuffed mushrooms, sauces, and soups
• Difficulty Level: Beginner-friendly; relatively easy to grow with proper substrate preparation and environmental controls

Health Benefits:

• • Rich in protein, fiber, vitamins (particularly B vitamins), and minerals
  • Contains antioxidants and compounds that may support immune health and provide other potential health benefits
• Other Uses: Can be dried and rehydrated for culinary use or powdered for supplements and health products

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