Lion’s Mane Mushroom Fruiting Block - 5 lbs

Grow your own brain-boosting gourmet mushrooms at home.
Our 5-pound Lion’s Mane Fruiting Block makes it effortless to cultivate one of the most fascinating and beneficial mushrooms on Earth. Lion’s Mane isn’t just a culinary delicacy—it’s a powerhouse for mental clarity, focus, and overall wellness. With a flavor and texture often compared to shrimp or scallops, this mushroom transforms any dish into something extraordinary. Beautiful to watch and rewarding to harvest, Lion’s Mane is an ideal mushroom for both beginners and experienced growers alike.

Product Details

• Weight: 5 lbs fully colonized block

• Expected Yield: ~1 lb per harvest

• Number of Harvests: 2–3 flushes

• Time to Grow: 7–14 days per flush

• Difficulty: Beginner friendly

• Best Environment: Use with your Lykyn Smart Grow Chamber

Why We Love Lion’s Mane

Few mushrooms inspire as much wonder as Lion’s Mane. Its cascading white spines resemble frozen waterfalls, and watching them form feels like growing coral from air. But the real magic is in what it gives back:

• Brain & Nerve Support: Lion’s Mane has been studied for its ability to promote focus, memory, and overall brain health.

• Immune & Mood Balance: It supports immune strength and helps reduce occasional stress.

• Incredible Flavor: When sautéed, Lion’s Mane develops a delicate, seafood-like texture and a buttery, umami-rich flavor that makes it a chef’s favorite.

• A Living Work of Art: Each flush grows uniquely, creating beautiful, cloud-like formations that are mesmerizing to watch.

How to Grow Your Lion’s Mane

1. Setup: Fill your humidifier tank with distilled water and place the Lion’s Mane block in your Lykyn Grow Chamber. Don’t block the humidifier airflow—leave space in front of the block for the mushroom to grow.

2. Sterilize: Flame sterilize a razor or knife, then let it cool.

3. Slice: Cut a small “X” on the side of the bag where you’d like your mushroom to fruit.

4. Select: Place the chamber top back on and choose “Lion’s Mane” from the Lykyn App.

5. Relax: That’s it—your chamber will automatically maintain ideal conditions. Sit back and watch it grow.

When It’s Ready to Harvest

Your Lion’s Mane is ready when:

• The spines (the long “hairs”) have fully formed and are at least ¼ inch long.

• The surface appears fluffy and snow-white.
  If the tips start turning yellow or brown, it’s time to harvest right away.

How to Harvest

Gently twist and pull the mushroom away from the block or cut it cleanly at the base with a knife. Avoid damaging the remaining mycelium so it can regrow for future flushes.

How to Store

• Fresh: Place in a paper bag in the refrigerator.

• Shelf Life: 5–7 days fresh, or up to 6 months if dried or frozen.

• Tip: Avoid sealed plastic bags—they trap moisture and shorten shelf life.

Cooking Tips

Lion’s Mane can sometimes have a slight natural bitterness that disappears with proper cooking:

1. Slice into ½-inch pieces and dry sauté first—no oil—until it releases moisture.

2. Once the water evaporates, add butter or olive oil and cook until golden.

3. Finish with salt or a squeeze of lemon for a rich, seafood-like flavor.

Preparing for a Second or Third Flush

1. After harvesting, remove the spent mushroom material but keep the block intact.

2. Re-soak the block by submerging it in cold, clean water for 12–24 hours.

3. Drain well and place back into your Lykyn Grow Chamber.

4. Select “Lion’s Mane” again in the app—within about a week, new growth will begin.