This Pearl Oyster mushroom culture plate features Pleurotus ostreatus, one of the most widely cultivated and beginner-friendly gourmet mushroom species. Known for its soft white to light gray caps, vigorous colonization, and impressive yields, this strain is ideal for both home and commercial cultivation projects.
Each plate contains live, fast-growing mycelium on nutrient-rich agar, sealed and packaged under sterile lab conditions to ensure clean and contamination-free growth.
Product Details:
🧫 Format: Sterile 90 mm petri dish with live mycelium
🌱 Strain: Pleurotus ostreatus (Pearl Oyster)
❄️ Storage: Refrigerate at 4-8°C; best used within 12 months of label.
📦 Packaging: Triple-wrapped, insulated, and clearly labeled
✅ Best For: Grain spawn production, liquid culture, cloning, master slant storage
Strain Highlights:
Fast colonizer with strong rhizomorphic growth
Adaptable to straw, sawdust, paper waste, and agricultural byproducts
Fruiting temperature range: 15–24°C (59–75°F)
Mild flavor and tender texture ideal for culinary use
Suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation
Fruiting Requirements:
🌡️ Temperature: 15–24°C (best fruiting around 18–22°C)
💧 Humidity: 85–95%
💨 Fresh Air Exchange: 3–5 times/day or passive FAE system
💡 Light: Indirect light or 12-hour cycle (200–600 lux)
Usage Note:
This is a live culture intended for use in sterile environments. Handle with clean tools and proper technique to avoid contamination and preserve viability.