$22.99
Grow premium Grospore Shiitake mushrooms (Lentinula edodes) with our lab-tested 10ml (10cc) liquid culture syringe. Known for rich umami flavor, firm meaty texture and classic brown caps, Shiitake is one of the world’s most popular gourmet mushrooms. Live mycelium, not spores.
Cultivate Shiitake mushrooms with our premium Grospore 10ml (10cc) liquid culture syringe. Known for their broad brown caps, firm texture, and deep umami flavor, Shiitake mushrooms are one of the most popular gourmet mushrooms in the world. The species is Lentinula edodes (formerly Lentinus edodes), sold in different markets as black forest mushroom, golden oak, xiang gu or pyogo — and frequently mis-typed as shitake or shittake.
Their distinctive taste, excellent cooking qualities, and attractive appearance make Shiitake an outstanding choice for home growers, culinary enthusiasts, and experienced mushroom cultivators.
Our Grospore Shiitake 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:
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.
Grospore Shiitake mushrooms offer an exceptional combination of rich flavor, firm texture, and culinary versatility. Their classic appearance and highly regarded taste make them a rewarding addition to any gourmet mushroom collection.
Whether you’re exploring Shiitake cultivation for the first time or expanding an established lineup, this popular variety offers an enjoyable growing experience and an outstanding ingredient for the kitchen.
Add one of the world’s most celebrated gourmet mushrooms to your cultivation lineup with our Grospore Shiitake 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.
Stuart Bell –
I was not eager to reorder this one. The first syringe worked fine, but I assumed that was just one lucky run and that a second order might be less clean or slower. I only bought another because shiitake had become a regular part of what I keep going, and I did not feel like gambling on a different source. Glad I stuck with it. The second syringe looked just as healthy, stored well in the fridge, and performed about the same as the first, which is exactly what I wanted. Reordering usually tells you more than the first purchase does. In this case, it showed me the quality was consistent and not a fluke. I am still more cautious than enthusiastic, but yes, I would order it again.
Molly, TN –
I was honestly nervous, but it took off fast and looked clean in both jars.
P.C. –
Picked this up for my brother since he wanted to try a reliable shiitake culture without overspending. For what you get, it seemed like a fair buy, especially compared with pricier hobby supplies he usually ends up ordering.
Norman Beck –
After years of keeping a few cultures in rotation, shelf life matters more to me than flashy claims. I stored this one upright in the back of the fridge for just under two months before using it, and it still looked healthy with good visible strands. No slowdown, no odd discoloration, no surprises. That kind of reliability is why I keep coming back when I want a culture I can use on my schedule.
owen_hartley –
My plan for this culture was oddly specific: I wanted a dependable shiitake run for weekend ramen prep, not a grand experiment that turned my closet into a science fair. I inoculated two sterilized hardwood sawdust blocks after expanding on grain first, using about 2.5cc per bag and keeping everything as boring and clean as possible. Happily, the culture cooperated. Colonization looked even, the mycelium stayed vigorous, and nothing funky showed up to audition for a contamination documentary. After full maturation and fruiting, I got firm caps that held up well in broth and sliced nicely for stir fry too. That was the whole point, and for once the mushrooms respected the assignment. If your use case is steady kitchen production instead of hobby drama, this syringe makes a very convincing argument for itself.