Cinnamon Cap Grow Kit - 5 lbs
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Grow fresh Cinnamon Cap mushrooms at home in 7 to 14 days. The Lykyn Cinnamon Cap grow kit is a 5 lb fully colonized fruiting block of Pholiota adiposa that delivers 2 to 3 harvests of glossy caramel caps. Pair it with the Lykyn Smart Grow Chamber and skip the daily misting and the contamination guesswork.
What makes Cinnamon Cap mushrooms special
- Rare culinary treasure sought after by professional chefs but almost never available in grocery stores due to a 2 to 4 day fresh shelf life.
- Subtle, complex flavor with mild sweetness, nuttiness, and a warm cinnamon-like aroma that elevates pasta, risotto, omelets, and stir-fries (despite the name, they contain no actual cinnamon).
- Tender, silky texture with soft caps and slender stems that cook quickly and absorb flavors beautifully, similar in character to Nameko mushrooms.
- Nutrient-dense and low calorie providing fiber, B vitamins (thiamin, riboflavin, niacin), potassium, phosphorus, and copper.
- Beginner-friendly growing experience that produces 0.75 to 1 lb per harvest with 2 to 3 flushes per block in 7 to 14 days per flush.
- 5 lb fully colonized block ready to fruit immediately with no inoculation or incubation required.
Who should grow Cinnamon Cap mushrooms
This Pholiota adiposa fruiting block is perfect for home growers who want to experience something beyond the usual oyster and shiitake varieties. Whether you are a food enthusiast searching for rare ingredients, a home cook who values peak freshness, or a curious beginner exploring mycology, Cinnamon Caps offer a uniquely rewarding grow. They pair beautifully with the Lykyn Smart Grow Chamber, which automates humidity and airflow for hands-free cultivation.
Full Cinnamon Cap mushroom specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Species | Cinnamon Cap (Pholiota adiposa) |
| Block weight | 5 lbs, fully colonized |
| Expected yield | 0.75 to 1 lb per harvest |
| Number of harvests | 2 to 3 flushes |
| Time to grow | 7 to 14 days per flush |
| Difficulty | Beginner to intermediate |
| Fruiting temperature | 50 to 64°F (10 to 18°C) |
| Humidity | 85 to 92% relative humidity |
| Best environment | Lykyn Smart Grow Chamber or humid fruiting chamber |
| Substrate | Hardwood sawdust supplemented with bran |
| Fresh shelf life | 2 to 4 days refrigerated |
How to grow your Cinnamon Caps
- Setup: Fill your humidifier tank with distilled water and place the Cinnamon Cap block inside your Lykyn Grow Chamber. Leave space in front of the block for mushrooms to grow freely.
- Sterilize: Flame sterilize a razor or knife and allow it to cool completely.
- Slice: Cut a small "X" on the side of the bag where you want the mushrooms to fruit.
- Select: Place the chamber top back on and choose "Cinnamon Cap" from the Lykyn App.
- Relax: Cinnamon Caps grow gracefully and steadily. Your chamber maintains ideal conditions while they develop.
When to harvest Cinnamon Cap mushrooms
Cinnamon Cap mushrooms are ready to harvest when the caps are glossy, caramel to cinnamon-brown, and fully formed. The caps should still be slightly convex and not fully flattened. Harvest promptly for peak freshness and flavor. Gently twist and pull clusters from the base, or cut cleanly with a knife. Handle carefully, as Cinnamon Caps are more delicate than oyster mushrooms.
How to store and cook Cinnamon Caps
Store freshly harvested Cinnamon Cap mushrooms in a paper bag in the refrigerator for 2 to 4 days. For the best experience, harvest only what you plan to cook soon. Cook gently over medium to low heat. Saute briefly in butter or olive oil until just tender. Season lightly with salt, herbs, or a splash of white wine. Cinnamon Caps are exceptional in pasta, risotto, light stir-fries, omelets, or simply served on toast. Avoid overcooking, which diminishes their subtle sweetness.
Preparing Cinnamon Caps for a second flush
After harvesting, remove any remaining mushroom material from the surface of the block. Re-soak the block in cold, clean water for 12 to 24 hours to fully rehydrate. Drain thoroughly and return to your Lykyn Grow Chamber. Select "Cinnamon Cap" again in the app to begin the next flush. Most blocks produce 2 to 3 flushes with proper care.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to grow Cinnamon Cap mushrooms?
With the Lykyn smart chamber, expect 7 to 14 days from slicing the bag to first harvest. The block then rests a few days before re-soaking and starting the next flush.
How many flushes do you get from a Cinnamon Cap block?
Our 5 lb fully colonized block typically produces 2 to 3 flushes at about 0.75 to 1 lb fresh each. Yield drops with each flush as the block consumes its substrate.
What do Cinnamon Cap mushrooms taste like?
Cinnamon Caps have a subtle, nutty flavor with mild sweetness and a warm aroma reminiscent of cinnamon (despite containing none). The texture is tender and silky, similar to Nameko, and they shine in pasta, risotto, omelets, and stir-fries.
Can I grow Cinnamon Caps without the chamber?
Yes, the block can fruit in any high-humidity environment (85 to 92% RH at 50 to 64°F / 10 to 18°C). However, it needs daily misting and has a higher contamination risk. The Lykyn Smart Grow Chamber automates both.
Ready to start your first grow? Pair this block with the Lykyn Single-Tier Smart Grow Chamber and harvest your first flush in under two weeks.
Cinnamon Cap Grow Kit - 5 lbs
PAIRS PERFECTLYCinnamon Cap is delicate. The chamber keeps it pristine
Cinnamon Cap is one of the most fragile gourmet mushrooms - daily humidity swings and stale air ruin a flush. The Lykyn Smart Grow Chamber holds 85 to 92% humidity automatically and runs air exchange so every cluster comes out glossy. Reusable across 100+ grow cycles and all 28 species.
- Auto humidity at 85 to 92% RH, no daily misting
- Fresh air keeps caps glossy and unblemished
- Cinnamon Cap preset built in, runs even if Wi-Fi drops
- Reusable across 100+ grow cycles and all 28 species
What Our Customers Are Saying
Real reviews from real mushroom growers, beginners and pros alike.
"I LOVE my Lykyn! It's sitting on my kitchen counter and has become a conversation starter. My friends can't believe I'm actually growing mushrooms!"
"My kids are absolutely obsessed with watching the mushrooms grow in our LYKYN chamber. They check it every morning and get so excited when they see changes. It's become an unexpected family activity!"
"Really impressed with how well this controls humidity. My oyster mushrooms are forming beautiful clusters with none of the elongated stems I used to get with my grow blocks."
"I've been growing mushrooms for years and this is my new favorite grow box. The app works great. No more spraying and fanning :)"
"I wanted to wait until I harvested my first batch of mushrooms. This thing works as advertised. I had amazing results on my first try!"
Successful Harvest = Best Value
A $30 spray-and-grow bag wins on day one. A Lykyn smart grow box wins every month after that. Honest side-by-side.
| Feature | Manual Kit ($30) | Lykyn ($299 + blocks) |
|---|---|---|
| Daily attention required | 15 to 30 minutes | 30 seconds |
| Humidity control | Manual | Sensor-driven |
| Airflow control | Manual | Automatic cycles |
| Beginner success rate | 40 to 60% | 90%+ |
| Species variety | 1 per kit | Any fruiting block |
| Reusable | Single use | 100+ grow cycles |
| App notifications | ||
| Travel-friendly |
Manual kits cost less upfront, but you buy a new one each time. With Lykyn, you invest once and every harvest after is half the cost.