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Lion's Mane

Hericium erinaceus

Lion's Mane mushrooms

Advanced growing conditions

Flush target 19°C · 88% · 750 ppm CO₂

Published pinning and fruiting conditions for Lion's Mane
StageTemperatureHumidityCO₂
Pinning16–22°C83–93%750 ppm
Fruiting16–22°C83–93%750 ppm
Flush target
19°C · 88% · 750 ppm CO₂

Lion's Mane (Hericium erinaceus) is a rewarding variety to grow in your Flush. Delicate seafood flavour; prized for focus and memory.

What to expect

A steady climate and a little patience will give Lion's Mane the best chance to fruit evenly. Check your block regularly as pins form and the first flush develops.

Growing in your Flush

In Basic mode, choose the Lion's Mane preset. In Advanced mode, use 19°C, 88% humidity and around 750 ppm CO₂ as your Flush target.

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