Yellow Oyster Liquid Culture Syringe

Our 10cc Yellow Oyster Mushroom Liquid Culture Syringe comes with a sterile 16-gauge needle, ideal for cultivating the vibrant Pleurotus citrinopileatus. Known for their bright yellow caps and delicate texture, Yellow Oyster mushrooms thrive in warm environments and are perfect for both beginners and experienced growers. This liquid culture is prepared from a high-output, isolated strain, ensuring rapid colonization and abundant yields on substrates like hardwood logs, supplemented sawdust, and straw. Easy to use and 100% contaminate-free, our syringe provides a simple and effective way to start your gourmet mushroom cultivation journey.

• Scientific Name: Pleurotus citrinopileatus
• Common Names: Yellow Oyster Mushroom, Golden Oyster, Tamogitake (Japanese)

Grow Conditions:

• • Temperature: Incubation at 85-95°F, fruiting at 75-85°F
  • Humidity: High humidity levels of 85-93% required during fruiting
  • Substrate: Best grown on sterilized hardwood substrates, supplemented sawdust blocks, pasteurized straw, and other cellulose-rich materials
  • Light Requirements: Low light needed; indirect light helps enhance the vivid yellow color of the caps
• Typical Locations Found: Native to eastern Russia, northern China, and Japan; commonly found on decaying hardwoods in warm, humid environments
• Appearance: Notable for its vibrant yellow to golden caps, forming dense clusters with delicate, fan-shaped caps; caps are soft and brittle, making them fragile during harvest and transport

Cultivation Tips:

• • Ideal for beginners due to its fast growth rate and high yield potential
  • Prefers warm environments and is not tolerant to cold temperatures; best grown indoors or in controlled environments
  • Requires regular fresh air exchange to prevent carbon dioxide build-up, which can negatively affect mushroom development

Culinary Uses:

• • Valued for its mild, nutty flavor and tender texture, making it a versatile ingredient in stir-fries, soups, and sautés
  • Adds a bright, appealing color to dishes, enhancing both visual appeal and taste
• Difficulty Level: Beginner-friendly; relatively easy to grow with proper substrate preparation and environmental controls

Health Benefits:

• • Rich in vitamins (especially B vitamins), minerals, and antioxidants
  • Contains 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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