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Elm Oyster / White Elm (Hypsizygus ulmarius) Liquid Culture Syringe – 10ml / 10cc

$22.99

Grow gourmet Grospore Elm Oyster mushrooms — also sold as White Elm mushroom — with our lab-tested 10ml (10cc) liquid culture syringe. This is true Hypsizygus ulmarius, known for broad cream-to-tan caps, tender texture and reliable growth. Live mycelium, not spores.

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Elm Oyster / White Elm (Hypsizygus ulmarius) Liquid Culture Syringe – 10ml / 10cc

Grow a Productive Gourmet Mushroom with Mild, Savory Flavor

Cultivate Elm Oyster mushrooms with our premium Grospore 10ml (10cc) liquid culture syringe. Known for their broad cream-to-tan caps, tender texture, and mild savory flavor, Elm Oyster mushrooms are an appealing choice for home growers, culinary enthusiasts, and mushroom hobbyists. They are also sold as White Elm mushroom, White Elm Oyster, Elm Oyster Tree mushroom, and shirotamogitake in Japan.

Their attractive growth, versatile culinary uses, and dependable cultivation characteristics make them a rewarding addition to any gourmet mushroom collection.

True Hypsizygus ulmarius — Know What You Are Buying

Elm Oyster is one of the most commonly mislabelled cultures on the market. Despite the name, it is not a Pleurotus at all — this culture is true Hypsizygus ulmarius, not Pleurotus ulmarius (sometimes sold as ElmA) and not Pleurotus ostreatus, which several suppliers list it as by mistake. It is also a different mushroom from Beech / Shimeji (Hypsizygus tessellatus), which shares the genus but not the species.

Why Choose Elm Oyster / White Elm Mushrooms?

  • Attractive Broad Caps – Produces handsome cream, beige, or light tan caps with a classic gourmet mushroom appearance.
  • Mild, Savory Flavor – Offers a delicate, pleasant taste that works well in a wide variety of recipes.
  • Tender, Meaty Texture – Holds up nicely when sautéed, roasted, or incorporated into cooked dishes.
  • Culinary Versatility – Excellent for stir-fries, soups, pasta, rice dishes, sauces, and sautéed recipes.
  • Rewarding to Cultivate – A great option for growers looking to expand their collection with a distinctive edible mushroom.

Lab-Tested Liquid Culture for Reliable Growth

Our Grospore Elm Oyster / White Elm Liquid Culture Syringe contains vigorous living mycelium, lab-tested and prepared in our ISO-certified cleanroom to support healthy colonization and dependable cultivation performance.

Each 10ml (10cc) syringe offers:

  • Live Mycelium, Not Spores – This is a liquid culture (LC) syringe, not a spore syringe. There is no germination step, so colonization begins as soon as you inoculate.
  • Lab-Tested & ISO Cleanroom Prepared – Every batch is lab-tested for purity and prepared in an ISO-certified cleanroom, so what reaches you is clean, contaminant-free and viable.
  • Faster Colonization – Active mycelium helps promote efficient colonization compared with starting from spores.
  • Convenient 10ml (10cc) Syringe – 10cc and 10ml are the same volume. Easy to use with appropriately prepared sterile growing media, grain spawn or agar.
  • Verified Genetics – Cloned, isolated Hypsizygus ulmarius mycelium — the true White Elm, correctly identified.

How to Grow Elm Oyster / White Elm Mushrooms

  1. Prepare the Substrate – Hardwood sawdust-based substrates and other appropriately prepared lignocellulosic materials are commonly used for Elm Oyster cultivation. The same syringe can also be used to inoculate sterilized grain spawn, grain jars or bags, or an agar plate.
  2. Inoculate – Inject 2–3cc (2–3ml) per grain jar or bag through a self-healing injection port, using sterile technique in a still air box or in front of a laminar flow hood.
  3. Colonize – Allow the mycelium to fully colonize the substrate under suitable incubation conditions.
  4. Initiate Fruiting – Once fully colonized, provide appropriate humidity, fresh-air exchange, indirect light, and suitable fruiting temperatures.
  5. Harvest & Enjoy – Harvest while the caps are firm and well developed for the best texture and culinary quality.

Storage, Shelf Life & Shipping

Refrigerate your liquid culture syringe on arrival. Stored at 35–45°F (2–7°C), upright and out of direct light, it stays viable for 4–6 months. Orders ship fast from Oregon in discreet packaging, with tracking on every order and a 30-day return policy on unused items.

A Versatile Choice for Gourmet Mushroom Growers

Elm Oyster mushrooms offer a balanced combination of attractive appearance, mild flavor, and satisfying texture. Their versatility in the kitchen and rewarding cultivation characteristics make them an excellent variety for both newer growers and experienced mushroom enthusiasts.

Whether you’re expanding your gourmet mushroom collection or looking for a versatile edible variety, Elm Oyster is a dependable and enjoyable choice.

Start Growing Elm Oyster Mushrooms Today

Add a distinctive gourmet mushroom to your cultivation lineup with our Grospore Elm Oyster Mushroom Liquid Culture Syringe. Each 10ml (10cc) syringe contains lab-tested, vigorous living mycelium ready for your next mushroom growing project.

Gourmet and edible cultivation species only. GROmagic does not sell psilocybin or Psilocybe cultures. For cultivation use — not a food, drug or dietary supplement.

49 reviews for Elm Oyster / White Elm (Hypsizygus ulmarius) Liquid Culture Syringe – 10ml / 10cc

  1. marty_doyle

    Was not planning to reorder this one, honestly. My first syringe worked cleanly enough that I figured I just got lucky. Second order performed the same way, so now it is officially in my regular rotation.

  2. marty_doyle

    Was not planning to reorder this one, honestly. My first syringe worked cleanly enough that I figured I just got lucky. Second order performed the same way, so now it is officially in my regular rotation.

  3. Yara L.

    Had a question about whether this was true Hypsizygus or another mislabeled oyster, so I emailed before ordering. Got a clear reply fast, no sales fluff. Ordered after that, and the culture looked clean on arrival.

  4. clay_hollis

    Bought this for my brother. He stored it chilled for weeks and said it still looked strong.

  5. Philip Granger

    Wasn’t planning to reorder this one, honestly. First syringe worked so cleanly and colonized so evenly that I came back for another without much debate. I started doubtful because elm cultures can be hit or miss, but this changed my mind.

  6. Zuri M.

    I was pretty anxious using liquid culture for the first time, so I only ordered one syringe. It stayed clean and straightforward enough that I’m coming back for another before this batch runs out.

  7. finn_baxter

    Instructions clearly covered storage, inoculation amount, and basic sterile handling steps.

  8. finn_baxter

    Instructions clearly covered storage, inoculation amount, and basic sterile handling steps.

  9. Kian O.

    My earlier elm oyster syringe from another seller was a mess, slow and questionable. This one looked cleaner, moved faster in grain, and matched what I actually wanted. Not magic, just finally competent.

  10. Priya Menon

    Used this to start a couple hardwood sawdust blocks after keeping the syringe in the fridge for about six weeks. Still looked healthy and took off once inoculated. That shelf life note turned out to be accurate, which helped since I was not ready to use it the day it arrived.

  11. L.G.

    For a small test run, I used 2cc in one sterilized grain bag before expanding to sawdust blocks. The culture moved evenly, stayed clean, and gave me enough confidence to scale the next batch without changing anything.

  12. Allen Sutter

    For the price, this felt reasonable. I got enough liquid culture to inoculate several jars, and it looked clean and active. If you want a correctly identified edible variety, the cost makes sense.

  13. Allen Sutter

    For the price, this felt reasonable. I got enough liquid culture to inoculate several jars, and it looked clean and active. If you want a correctly identified edible variety, the cost makes sense.

  14. J. Keller

    What sold me here was the species labeling. A lot of sellers blur elm oyster with other lookalikes, so I appreciated getting something clearly identified. I used part of the syringe on agar first and the growth looked clean and even, then moved it to grain with no weird surprises. For anyone picky about genetics and labeling, this one inspired a lot more confidence than the random cultures I’ve tried before.

  15. Lydia, AK

    Opening the box was a relief. Everything was packed neatly, the syringe was protected well, and nothing felt loose or sloppy. Even the cap and needle setup looked secure. It gave me confidence before I started anything.

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