Strain | Maitake GF24

Grifola frondosa - GF24

Maitake, commonly known as Hen of Woods or Sheepshead, is a choice culinary mushroom. This strain produces dense clusters of grey-brown fronds, yielding high on sterilized sawdust mixes. Maitake on blocks is a finicky fruiter, so prepare to monitor exacting conditions to be successful in cultivating this mushroom.

a cluster of maitake mushrooms fruiting on sterilized sawdust blocks

Spawn run time:
3-8 weeks
Fruiting temperature range:
55-65° F
Indoor incubation temperature:
50-60° F
Suitable for cultivation on:
Sterilized Sawdust Substrate

Available as:

Grain Spawn, G1 Grain Master, Plate Culture, Slant Culture

Each spawn type is used for a different cultivation technique. Please read about spawn usage under our MUSHROOM SPAWN tab.