Organic Enokis Mushroom Plug Spawn

• Suitable for hardwoods cut within 3 months maximum.
• Enoki adapts well to most hardwood trees, but its preferred species are the following: Elm, Poplar, Willow, Beech, Oak.
• Quantity required: ±50 dowels per 100cm x 20cm log.
• For optimal conservation of the dowels before use, we recommend storing them in the refrigerator, where they can be kept for approximately 3 months.

€16,90

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Délai de livraison :

2-3 weeks. If in stock, we will send them to you within a week. Consult all our deadlines

Flammulina velutipes, velvet-footed collyby, Golden Enoki

Enoki is distinguished by its mild, subtly sweet flavor, accompanied by a unique crunchy texture. It has a slight umami note that enriches dishes without dominating them. Fresh, they offer a slightly earthy taste, pairing well in various culinary preparations such as soups, salads, and stir-fried dishes.

According to some studies, enoki also has antioxidant properties and helps support the immune system. It would also have anti-cancer potential and could contribute to cardiovascular health thanks to its effects on reducing cholesterol and improving blood circulation.

The variety we offer here is the golden enoki. It is a strain native to our regions, which fruits naturally in the colder months, from November to March.

For more information, we recommend reading our guide: “Cultivation on logs”

How to seed logs with mycelium on wooden dowels?

Sources:

- Alain Tardif, 2021, Treatise on mycotherapy – Everything you need to know about medicinal mushrooms, 185-186-187-188

- Hui-Hsin Chang, Kuang-Yang Hsieh, Chen-Hao Yeh, Yuan-Ping Tu, Fuu Sheu, 2009, Oral administration of an Enoki mushroom protein FVE activates innate and adaptive immunity and induces anti-tumor activity against murine hepatocellular carcinoma

Necessary equipment

- Log or block of wood recently cut (max 3 months). Avoid softwoods. Most hardwoods work well. Contact us if you want more specific information. Diameter of the log: between 10 and 25 cm. Length: between 50 and 150cm

- Mycelium on dowels: For a length of 1m, multiply the diameter of a log by 2.5. Example a log of 1m and 20cm wide: 20x2.5=50 dowels.

- Drill and 8-9mm drill bit

- Hammer

- Optional: soy wax/beeswax/paraffin/green clay to cover the holes.

Instructions

* Wash your hands before touching the mycelium to maximize the chances of success;

* Make the holes in your log. The holes should be slightly deeper than the height of the dowel. Space the holes approximately 5 cm apart. A 1 m long log requires approximately 50 dowels;

* Insert the dowels into the holes using a hammer. The dowels must not protrude from the holes;

* Cover with wax. The wax serves to protect the mycelium from insects and diseases as well as from drying out. Failing that, you can also use paraffin, cheese wax or even green clay;

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* Wait: Place your logs in a shaded place sheltered from the winds. Avoid direct contact with the ground which could bring small insects and contamination. For example, you can place them on a pallet, covered with a tarpaulin. In case of heat, pour a sprinkling of water on the logs occasionally to prevent them from drying out.

* Harvest and taste your production. A log made in good conditions can produce mushrooms for 3 to 5 years.

For more information, we recommend reading our guide: “Cultivation on logs”

Remarks

The optimal periods for inoculating logs are fall, winter and early spring, before the sap rises.

The main enemy of this culture is drought: cover the woods with a tarpaulin or veil if necessary to maintain the humidity of the logs, especially during incubation.

We prepare our bags by weight, so there may be slight variations from the number indicated.

We seed the dowels with a mixture of grain and sawdust. It is therefore normal to have a little sawdust mixed in the dowels. This remaining sawdust can also be used as inoculum.