King mussel/Emperor's hat - mycelium

King mussel ( Pleurotus eryngii )

The king mussel is the largest species in the oyster family. It has a meaty, firm base and a mild flavor reminiscent of abalone. It is highly prized in Asian cuisines and is excellent for frying, grilling or baking.

Cultivation data:

Substrate:
Enriched sawdust (hardwood), cottonseed, wheat bran

Incubation (colonization):
Temperature: 20–24°C
Humidity: 95–100%
Time: 14–20 days

Initiation (pinning):
Temperature: 10–15°C
Humidity: 95–100%
Time: 3–5 days

Fruiting:
Temperature: 12–18°C
Humidity: 85–90%
Time: 5–10 days