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How to Grow and Care for Lentinula

Lentinula requires a humid environment with temperatures between 55°F to 70°F. Special care points include the need for a substrate rich in lignin or cellulose for optimal growth and maintaining a sterile environment to prevent contamination. Regular monitoring and adjustment of moisture levels are crucial for the health of lentinula.

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Planting and Growing Lentinula

Care Difficulty	Hard
Lifespan	Perennial

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Types of Lentinula

Shiitake

Lentinula edodes, commonly called the shiitake, is one of the most iconic and widely cultivated species of edible mushrooms in the world. The species, which is native to East and Southeast Asia, grows on dead oak and other hardwoods. Shiitakes boast a rich, meaty flavor and are used across a wide spectrum of Asian cuisines and have become popular in the West as well.

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