Reishi Liquid Culture Syringe (fufufungu)

Fufufungu - Reishi Liquid Culture Syringe: The heart of Chinese medicine, grown right at home

Reishi mushrooms (Ganoderma lucidum) are native to East Asia and have long played a central role in ancient Chinese medicine. In fact, the use of reishi mushrooms dates back over 2,000 years to the Han dynasty.

Categorised as red mushrooms in Chinese medicine, reishi (also known as lingzhi or "the mushroom of immortality") is traditionally prescribed to address the chest and heart qi (energy). However, it is also believed to have many other benefits, exerting its far-reaching influence across the mind and body.

Now, growing reishi mushrooms at home couldn't be easier. Containing live reishi mycelium, these Liquid Culture Syringes from fufufungu encourage rapid and complete colonisation of the growing medium. This means you won't have to worry about partial colonisation or slow growth. Fufufungu Liquid Culture Syringes ensure fast colonisation in a matter of days, and you can expect to harvest ripe reishi mushroom fruiting bodies in a matter of weeks. Please note that your choice of substrate will dramatically affect the time it takes for the colonisation and fruiting of your mushrooms.

Also note that reishi mushrooms can take on two very different but equally stunning forms; the typical fan-like shape, or a less common, long, antler-like shape. So don't be alarmed if your reishi mushrooms produce long, protruding fruiting bodies—simply enjoy their natural beauty. Species that arrive prepared rather than grown fill out the entire functional mushroom line-up. No cultivation is involved with Foodsporen's Chaga Mushroom Tincture, which turns up bottled and ready.

Includes:

• 20ml liquid culture syringe
• 2x alcohol wipes
• Sterilised needle

Recommended Use

• Use within 2 months after delivery. Store in a cool, dark place such as the refrigerator. Protect from UV light.
• 2–5ml per litre/quart jar of sterilised grain.
• Shake well before use. This helps to loosen the mycelium, ensuring an even distribution when applying the liquid to different substrates/spawn containers.
• After use, the liquid culture should be stored in the refrigerator. Dry thoroughly before replacing the protective cover to prevent rust from forming on the needle.
• Additionally, you can heat the needle with a lighter to evaporate residual water, before allowing it to cool. Once cool, replace the protective cover, secure the LC in a ziplock bag, and store it in the refrigerator.

Important Considerations

• While more LC generally leads to faster colonisation, it’s not recommended to exceed 5ml per litre/quart jar.
• For grain still moist after hydration/sterilisation, less LC per litre/quart jar is safer, as excess water can lead to bacterial growth.