An Introduction to Common Mushroom Types and How to Grow Them

Mushrooms can be divided into edible mushrooms and poisonous mushrooms. Edible mushrooms refer to the mushroom types commonly eaten in daily life. They are rich in nutritional value and have a special aroma, making them very popular in the market, especially wild edible mushrooms, which are also relatively expensive. So which common types of mushrooms are there? What are the growing methods?

1. What common types of mushrooms are there?

1. Shiitake mushroom (Lentinula edodes): It can promote calcium absorption and contains a special ergosterol that enhances the body's resistance. Shiitake mushrooms can not only be stir-fried plainly, but also stewed in soup, and both taste very good.

2. Poplar mushroom (Agrocybe aegerita): It is commonly found on tree roots and is widely distributed. Besides China, it is found all over the world. Because its nutritional value is very rich and the caps and stems have different textures, it is very popular in the market.

3. Straw mushroom (Volvariella volvacea): Straw mushrooms are rich in vitamin C and have a certain detoxifying effect, making them especially suitable for people with diabetes.

4. Oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus): It is also a commonly eaten mushroom type. It can improve the body's immunity, lower blood lipids and blood pressure, and inhibit tumors.

5. Lion's mane mushroom (Hericium erinaceus): It contains unsaturated fatty acids and is an ideal ingredient for people with the "three highs," while also being beneficial to the stomach.

6. Enoki mushroom (Flammulina velutipes): It is rich in amino acids and zinc and is an ideal ingredient for children, benefiting physical and brain development. Cold dressing and hot pot are both good choices.

2. What are the growing methods for mushrooms?

1. Choose a container

Choose a glass container with a lid or a foam container to grow mushrooms, as long as it has a certain depth. If there is a dark place at home, then no lid is needed. A mushroom house must have temperature-regulating equipment, which is good for fruiting.

2. Medium requirements

Mushrooms are different from green plants and cannot carry out photosynthesis, so they cannot produce nutrients themselves. At this time, a medium is necessary. Just make a nutrient bed for growing mushrooms in the container you have chosen. Generally, you can buy it on the market. Making it yourself is relatively complicated. Generally, cottonseed hulls, sawdust, corn cobs, grass powder, lotus seed shells, and so on are used. However, disinfection measures must be done well to prevent contamination. 3. Plant the mushrooms

You can sprinkle mushroom spores and then pile on mixed fertilizer, or you can plant the spores about 5 cm deep into the substrate.

4. Adjust the room temperature

Generally, a room temperature of 21°C must be maintained to facilitate the germination of mycelium. Of course, you can use sunlight or adjust the temperature. Generally, white mycelium will appear in about three weeks. When the temperature drops to 16°C, the potting soil can be covered.

5. Keep the soil slightly moist

Keeping the soil surface slightly moist is to help the mushrooms grow better. If the air is very dry, you can cover it with a wet cloth and then spray water on top.

6. Harvesting

When harvesting mushrooms, you must grasp the correct time period. Generally, those whose caps have not fully opened, or have opened but not cracked, are the good mushrooms.