Grow Cyclocybe aegerita, also known as the Poplar Mushroom or Pioppino, using this high-quality Pure Culture Plate. Popular in European and Asian cuisines, Poplar mushrooms are known for their rich, nutty flavor, firm stems, and dark-brown caps—making them a gourmet favorite among chefs and cultivators.
This species thrives on hardwood substrates such as logs or supplemented sawdust blocks. Cyclocybe aegerita is easy to cultivate, produces consistent yields, and grows in attractive clusters—making it ideal for both beginner growers and commercial operations.
Key Features:
Species: Cyclocybe aegerita (formerly Agrocybe aegerita) – Poplar / Pioppino Mushroom
Format: Pure Culture on Nutrient Agar Plate
Applications: Gourmet mushroom farming, spawn production, educational and research use
Preferred Substrates: Hardwood logs, sawdust, enriched wood-based media
Fruiting Conditions: Temperature 16–22°C, moderate to high humidity, indirect light
Storage Instructions: Store at 4–8°C; best used within 6 months of receipt. 
Note: This strain is suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation systems. Poplar mushrooms are prized for their robust flavor and clustered, photogenic fruiting patterns.