Skip to main content
High-Quality Lab-Grade Cultures. Satisfaction Guaranteed.
Coral Tooth Mushroom  Mycotopia
Coral Tooth Mushroom  Mycotopia
Coral Tooth Mushroom  Mycotopia
Coral Tooth Mushroom  Mycotopia
Coral Tooth Mushroom  Mycotopia
Coral Tooth Mushroom  Mycotopia
Coral Tooth Mushroom  Mycotopia
Coral Tooth Mushroom  Mycotopia

Coral Tooth Mushroom.

$20.00
  • Liquid Culture
  • Agar Slant
  • Agar Plate
  • Microtube

Amidst the verdant tapestry of forests, a delicate and intriguing entity thrives silently - the Coral Tooth Mushroom (Hericium coralloides). Nestled amidst the humus-rich soil and tangled underbrush, this ethereal fungus is a testament to nature's boundless ingenuity. With its coral-like appearance and potent medicinal properties, the Coral Tooth Mushroom stands as a captivating subject of study and admiration.

Appearance and Habitat

In the realm of mycology, the Coral Tooth Mushroom is a distinct and visually striking species. Its fruiting body resembles a branching coral, with elongated, spiky teeth cascading downwards in intricate formations. These teeth, ranging from creamy white to pale yellow, lend the mushroom an otherworldly allure, drawing the gaze of avid foragers and researchers alike.

This enigmatic fungus predominantly inhabits temperate forests, favoring the sheltered nooks of deciduous trees such as oak, beech, and maple. It establishes symbiotic relationships with its arboreal hosts, subtly extracting nutrients while contributing to the ecosystem's vitality through decomposition and nutrient cycling.

Medicinal Properties

Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the Coral Tooth Mushroom boasts a rich pharmacological profile, replete with compounds that offer profound health benefits. Traditional medicinal systems, particularly those rooted in East Asia, have long revered this fungus for its therapeutic prowess. Modern scientific inquiry has validated many of these claims, shedding light on the mechanisms behind its medicinal effects.

One of the most notable facets of the Coral Tooth Mushroom's pharmacology lies in its neuroprotective capabilities. Research indicates that bioactive compounds within the mushroom, such as hericenones and erinacines, exhibit neurotrophic effects, stimulating the growth and repair of nerve cells. These properties hold promise in the treatment of neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease, offering hope for mitigating cognitive decline and improving neural function.

The Coral Tooth Mushroom also exerts profound influence over the body's immune system, bolstering its defenses against pathogens and diseases. Polysaccharides present in the mushroom, including beta-glucans, interact with immune cells to enhance their activity and promote a balanced immune response. By modulating cytokine production and enhancing phagocytosis, these compounds confer resilience against infections while potentially ameliorating autoimmune disorders.

In the realm of digestive wellness, the Coral Tooth Mushroom emerges as a potent ally. Its array of bioactive constituents, including polysaccharides and triterpenoids, exert protective effects on the gastrointestinal mucosa, shielding it from damage and inflammation. Studies suggest that regular consumption of the mushroom may alleviate symptoms of gastrointestinal disorders such as gastritis, ulcers, and inflammatory bowel disease, fostering gut health and integrity.

As oxidative stress wreaks havoc within the body, the Coral Tooth Mushroom emerges as a formidable adversary. Laden with antioxidants such as phenolic compounds and flavonoids, this fungus scavenges free radicals and mitigates oxidative damage, safeguarding cellular health and vitality. By reducing the risk of chronic diseases associated with oxidative stress, including cardiovascular ailments and cancer, the mushroom emerges as a potent protector of overall well-being.

Beyond its medicinal utility, the Coral Tooth Mushroom finds its place in culinary realms, adding a touch of elegance and flavor to diverse dishes. Its tender, tooth-like protrusions lend themselves well to sautéing, grilling, or incorporating into soups and stir-fries. With a subtle, seafood-like taste and a delicate texture reminiscent of crab or lobster, the mushroom elevates culinary creations with its unique profile. Whether served as a standalone dish or integrated into complex culinary concoctions, the Coral Tooth Mushroom delights the palate and nourishes the body.

In the intricate tapestry of the natural world, the Coral Tooth Mushroom stands as a testament to the harmonious interplay between beauty and utility. From its captivating appearance reminiscent of underwater coral reefs to its multifaceted medicinal properties, this enigmatic fungus captivates the imagination and enriches the human experience. As scientific inquiry continues to unveil its mysteries and traditional wisdom reveres its healing virtues, the Coral Tooth Mushroom remains a symbol of nature's boundless generosity and wisdom, offering sustenance for both body and soul.

The shipping time for our custom-made culture product is 10 days. This is why:

  • Our method for sending you fresh cultures is a process, differing from most other suppliers with the goal of eliminating contamination which avoids wasting your time and resources. Managing a library of mycology cultures in cold storage is our solution to be efficient given the large number of varieties we have—almost 800.
  • All mycology cultures are maintained in cold storage, which helps preserve their viability and genetic integrity. This is crucial for long-term storage, especially with such a diverse collection.
  •  When a particular culture is ordered, the corresponding culture is retrieved from cold storage. This minimizes the risk of degradation while ensuring that the culture remains viable.
  •  The retrieved culture is then inoculated into both agar plates and liquid culture media. This step allows for the expansion of the culture and provides a suitable environment for growth.
  • After a set incubation period, the cultures undergo a quality check to assess their health, purity, and growth characteristics. This ensures that the cultures are robust and meet your standards before they are sent out.
  • Once the cultures pass the QC, they are prepared for packaging. This involves ensuring that the cultures are securely contained to prevent contamination and damage during transit. Finally, the fresh cultures are shipped to the customer. You will receive an email with tracking information once shipped.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our laboratory quality practices encompass a set of systematic and standardized procedures that are implemented to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and precision of a high-quality product. We view these practices as essential for maintaining the overall quality and integrity of laboratory operations, as well as for providing 100 % pure, contamination free cultures. These practices include:

  • Equipment Calibration: Laboratory instruments and equipment are regularly calibrated to establish and maintain optimum performance. As one example, our flow hoods are routinely tested to provide 0.2 micron filtered laminar air flow at all workstations. Calibration ensures that instruments are providing reliable and consistent outcomes.
  • Quality Assurance (QA): we maintain a quality management system, conduct internal audits, and continuously monitor and evaluate laboratory performance.
  • Quality Control (QC): We use control materials to monitor the accuracy and purity of culture products. Control materials are run alongside culture samples to assess performance of our methods. Any deviations from expected outcomes indicate issues with the process and prompt corrective action.
  • Culture Testing: Quality assessment programs are in place, where each culture is tested on agar petri dishes on a regular interval. Virility of genetics performance is assessed by spot checking the strain in fruiting conditions. 
  • Documentation and Record-Keeping: A crucial component of quality control. This includes documenting instrument maintenance, calibration records, QC data, corrective actions taken, and relevant product information. Proper documentation ensures traceability, allows for retrospective analysis, and facilitates compliance with our standardized process.
  • Personnel Training and Competency: Laboratory staff receive appropriate training to perform their tasks competently. Training programs cover standard operating procedures, safety protocols, good laboratory practices, and quality control procedures. Regular competency assessments are conducted to ensure that staff members consistently perform at the required proficiency level.
  • Error Investigation and Corrective Action: When errors or deviations occur, they are promptly investigated to identify root causes. Corrective actions are implemented to prevent the recurrence of errors and improve laboratory processes. We feel that documentation of errors, investigations, and corrective actions is crucial for continuous improvement and compliance with contamination free product.
  • Quality Control Data Analysis: QC data is regularly analyzed to identify trends, shifts, or any patterns that may indicate a deterioration in process or product performance.

    By implementing these laboratory quality control practices, we can ensure accurate, contamination free products in order to enhance patient safety, and maintain our integrity. 

We custom-made all of our cultures to ensure freshnesh. Lead time to ship is 10 days.

Our process:

  • Our method for sending you fresh cultures is a process, differing from most other suppliers with the goal of eliminating contamination which avoids wasting your time and resources. Managing a library of mycology cultures in cold storage is our solution to be efficient given the large number of varieties we have—almost 800.
  • All mycology cultures are maintained in cold storage, which helps preserve their viability and genetic integrity. This is crucial for long-term storage, especially with such a diverse collection.
  •  When a particular culture is ordered, the corresponding culture is retrieved from cold storage. This minimizes the risk of degradation while ensuring that the culture remains viable.
  •  The retrieved culture is then inoculated into both agar plates and liquid culture media. This step allows for the expansion of the culture and provides a suitable environment for growth.

  • After a set incubation period, the cultures undergo a quality check to assess their health, purity, and growth characteristics. This ensures that the cultures are robust and meet your standards before they are sent out.
  • Once the cultures pass the QC, they are prepared for packaging. This involves ensuring that the cultures are securely contained to prevent contamination and damage during transit. Finally, the fresh cultures are shipped to the customer. You will receive an email with tracking information once shipped.