Hedgehog goatee
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Enter the magical world of mushrooms and grow the wonderful hedgehog spiny beard at home! Popular with organic hackers and connoisseurs of good taste.
The favorite of organic hackers and gourmet chefs
The hedgehog spiny beard (Hericium erinaceus) is also known as the monkey's head or pom-pom. It is very popular among mushroom lovers! The fruiting body is beige in color, sometimes slightly reddish and can reach sizes of up to 30 cm. The mushrooms usually have short stalks and are 10-25 cm thick. The upper side is fibrous and torn. On the underside there are soft, dense spines. The hedgehog spiny beard owes its name to these characteristics.
The flesh is whitish and has a somewhat fibrous consistency, reminiscent of seafood. Depending on how it is prepared, its taste is reminiscent of lobster, veal or poultry meat with slightly fruity aromas of coconut and lemongrass.
Hericium erinaceus is ideal for the GreenBox! With our ready-made culture, you have the opportunity to harvest a tasty and healthy edible mushroom yourself in a short time!
Healthy mushrooms - healthy body!
Supposedly good for the brain and immune system. In terms of mineral content, the hedgehog's goatee is on a par with other mushrooms. However, it contains an above-average amount of essential free amino acids. One study found a content of 16%. A total of 19 free amino acids could be detected; almost all essential amino acids for humans were contained.
We pack the fun into Fungi
Growing large portions of delicious gourmet mushrooms has never been easier. Thanks to the optimal growing conditions in our GreenBox, we guarantee fast and high-yielding harvests. What's more, each grow kit can be used more than once for even more mushroom fun if stored and cared for correctly.
Attention: The substrate for Lion's Mane differs from that for oyster mushrooms and has a darker color. This is completely normal and not a sign of mold. The dark color results from the special ingredients required for the growth of this mushroom.
Package contents
Package contents
In each pack you will find a GreenBox-sized substrate filled with spores of the selected mushroom species. It has been specially developed for indoor cultivation using our smart indoor garden, the GreenBox.
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Storage
Storage
For best results, we recommend using the substrates shortly after receipt. The substrates can be stored unopened at room temperature for up to 7-10 days after arrival.
The substrates can also be stored unopened in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks.
The freshly harvested mushrooms should be kept refrigerated in a paper bag for no longer than 3-4 days - but they certainly taste best fresh.
Care and harvest
Care and harvest
Start the growth cycle by placing the substrate in the empty GreenBox water tank, making an X-cut in the foil and spraying with water. We recommend doing this in the first few days after receiving the package to ensure optimal growth.
Need a nice spray bottle? - we've got you covered.
Set the GreenBox app to mushroom light mode - on automatically for 12 hours a day.
Spray the cutting two to three times a day (about 6-8 sprays per watering is enough). Young mushrooms will appear in about 7 to 10 days. In this case, do not spray water directly on the mushrooms, but spray the area around the outside of the fruiting bodies.
The lion's mane is ready for harvesting in about 14 to 21 days - as soon as the "spines" are 1-2 cm long. The best way to harvest the mushroom is to hold the mushroom by the lower end and gently pull and turn it at the same time.
Keep the room temperature in the range of 12 to 21 degrees Celsius for optimal growth.
Shipping
Shipping
The mushrooms are produced in batches.
Currently: small quantity in stock.
Order processing time
Orders leave our warehouse within 1 - 3 working days. As soon as the package is ready for shipment, you will receive a notification from the logistics service provider with tracking information.
Shipping in Germany
Free shipping for orders over €50 and €5.99 for smaller orders.
Collection in 12055 Berlin is also possible. Please send us a message or give us a call beforehand.
Free shipping within the EU for orders over €50
To bring the best of nature to more places, we offer free shipping with tracking within the EU for orders over €50. Our premium delivery partner ensures punctual and safe delivery.
Smaller packages under this value cost €7.99 for shipping.
Delivery to Switzerland, Norway and the UK
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From an order value of 100 EUR, the shipping costs are on us.
Smaller parcels under this value cost €14.99 for shipping.
Delivery outside the EU
For orders from customers outside the EU, the customer is responsible for any applicable fees (customs).
Worldwide shipping
We are happy to ship worldwide for an additional shipping fee. Please provide your address so we can calculate the exact shipping time and cost.
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The lion's mane is characterized by:
Unmistakable taste and texture profile
This mushroom has a mild, slightly sweet taste and a delicate, fibrous texture. It is perfect for dishes where a meat-like consistency is desired and is ideal for creamy soups, pasta sauces or as a sophisticated garnish.
Adaptable growing conditions
The hedgehog spiky beard thrives at temperatures between 12 and 21 degrees Celsius and prefers high humidity. You can harvest the first dense, lion's mane-like fruiting bodies within 14 to 21 days.
Nutrient-rich powerhouse
This mushroom is low in calories and rich in protein, fiber and bioactive compounds such as beta-glucans. Its potential benefits range from supporting brain function to boosting the immune system.
High-yield harvest
One pack can yield up to 0.5 kg of mushrooms, and with the right care, several harvests are possible. The hedgehog's goatee is not only delicious, but also an eye-catcher in any dish.
The benefits of mushrooms are manifold.
In addition to their culinary versatility, they offer numerous health benefits. Hedgehog quills contain bioactive substances that have been shown to promote cognitive health, strengthen the immune system and have an anti-inflammatory effect.
They are an ideal addition to a balanced diet and can improve well-being and quality of life.
Why is growing mushrooms at home so much fun?
The (super) natural miracle
Lure your guests with a unique, otherworldly eye-catcher that is a great conversation and hobby starter.
Get gourmet vibes
Discovering the world of tasty mushrooms will make your diet more interesting and surprisingly healthier than ever before.
Cooler than your average mushroom
Due to the very short shelf life and difficult transportation, it is almost impossible (or very expensive) to get this type of mushroom in regular stores.
Too easy not to try
We promise that the combination of GreenBox and mushroom kit is the easiest and most trivial way to grow your own edible mushrooms.
Nothing to add
We are pleased to inform you that all our Mushroom Packs are completely free from additives, GMOs, pesticides and other chemicals.
Know what you eat
Our Mushroom Packs were prepared and inoculated in the EU laboratories in compliance with all necessary safety precautions.
Any further questions?
It's as simple as it can be. To get started, place the mushroom pack in the empty water tank of the GreenBox, cut an X in the foil from above and spray it vigorously with water. It is not a problem if you also cut into the substrate when making the incision. This has no effect on your harvest.
Follow the instructions in the app for the optimal setting of the grow light (use the cold mushroom light for 12 hours).
Continue to spray the incision two to three times a day (about 6 - 8 sprays per watering are sufficient). Young mushrooms will appear in about 7 - 10 days.
Ideally, do not spray the water directly on the mushrooms, but spray the area around the outside of the fruiting bodies.
While the first harvest will likely be the largest, you can do more than one growing cycle with a single mushroom pack. In most cases, you can look forward to 2 - 3 harvests if stored properly.
Please note: We guarantee at least one harvest. The later harvest depends more on the growing environment and the care of the kit!
To optimally prepare your lion's mane for the next harvest, follow these simple steps:
- Remove mushroom remains:
Remove the larger remains of the main mushrooms from the last harvest. It is sufficient to remove the remains only at the cut site. Mushrooms growing laterally under the foil can remain untouched. This is completely sufficient and protects the substrate. - Preserving the substrate:
Make sure to remove as little substrate as possible to avoid drying out. This is important to maintain the best growing conditions. - Leave in the GreenBox:
Leave the substrate in the GreenBox. Start directly with regular spraying to maintain humidity.
The next growth cycle should start within 10-20 days. Optionally, you can place the substrate in the refrigerator for a day before placing it in the GreenBox. This so-called "cold shock" can accelerate the growth of the next mushrooms.
A good supply of oxygen is important for the successful cultivation of mushrooms. It should therefore be in a place that is well ventilated.
In addition, normal room temperatures (18 to 30 degrees Celsius for the rose oyster mushroom, 12 to 21 degrees Celsius for the oyster mushroom and the lion's mane - and 15 to 25 degrees Celsius for the Italian oyster mushroom) are important for a successful harvest
The use of the GreenBox tent is recommended until the first small mushrooms start to grow. The mushrooms need high humidity in order to form their first fruiting bodies. This is easier to achieve with the tent.
When the first small mushrooms appear, it is advisable to at least open the tent or, even better, to remove it completely! Even during the rest of the growth cycle.
This is important to ensure a good supply of oxygen and therefore good growth.
Use the GreenBox mushroom mode (via the GreenBox app), maintain normal room temperatures (18 to 30 degrees Celsius for the rose mushroom, 12 to 21 degrees Celsius for the oyster mushroom and the lion's mane - and 15 to 25 degrees Celsius for the Italian oyster mushroom) and spray them regularly with fine water. A small and clean spray bottle is recommended for this, if you don't have one, you can buy one here.
It is advisable to use the GreenBox tent cover to maintain a higher humidity, which the mushrooms like. Leave the tent open occasionally to allow air to circulate around them. The room where you place your GreenBox should be well ventilated. We also recommend that you do not place the GreenBox near a heater, as the mushrooms do not like dry and warm air.
Our mushroom substrate is manufactured in such a way that there should be a small gap between the film and the substrate after insertion into the GreenBox. If for some reason the film sticks to the substrate and there is no gap, you can fold the film slightly. This will allow the young mushrooms to grow better.
The lion's mane is usually ready for harvest about 15-22 days after starting.
Early time for a high-quality harvest: As soon as the "spines" become visible.
Late time for a high-quality harvest: As soon as the ends of the "spines" turn slightly yellowish.
Washing the mushrooms before eating is not necessary.
The substrate consists of a sterilized mixture of oak sawdust and wheat bran. The packs are inoculated with the mycelium of the selected mushroom variety to turn the substrate into a fertile base for a future mushroom jungle. Everything is organic, free from harmful chemicals, GMOs and co.
Once it's time for the next mushroom pack, you can safely dispose of the substrate in the organic waste. We strongly recommend that you recycle it as a plant substrate or turn it into compost.