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Shaggy Mane Mushroom  Mycotopia
Shaggy Mane Mushroom  Mycotopia
Shaggy Mane Mushroom  Mycotopia
Shaggy Mane Mushroom  Mycotopia
Shaggy Mane Mushroom  Mycotopia
Shaggy Mane Mushroom  Mycotopia
Shaggy Mane Mushroom  Mycotopia
Shaggy Mane Mushroom  Mycotopia

Shaggy Mane Mushroom

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

The Shaggy Mane Mushroom, scientifically known as Coprinus comatus, is a captivating fungal species celebrated not only for its culinary delights but also for its remarkable medicinal qualities. This unique mushroom, with its distinctive appearance and intriguing life cycle, has garnered attention from researchers and traditional healers alike for its potential therapeutic benefits.

The Shaggy Mane Mushroom boasts a diverse array of bioactive compounds, many of which contribute to its notable medicinal properties. These include:

Polysaccharides and beta-glucans found in the Shaggy Mane Mushroom have been extensively studied for their immunomodulatory effects. These compounds have the ability to enhance the activity of immune cells, such as macrophages and natural killer cells, thereby bolstering the body's defense mechanisms against infections and diseases.

The presence of phenolic compounds, flavonoids, and other antioxidants in the Shaggy Mane Mushroom provides it with potent antioxidant properties. These antioxidants scavenge free radicals in the body, mitigating oxidative stress and reducing the risk of chronic diseases associated with cellular damage, such as cardiovascular diseases, neurodegenerative disorders, and cancer.

Chronic inflammation is implicated in various health conditions, including arthritis, inflammatory bowel diseases, and cardiovascular diseases. Components of the Shaggy Mane Mushroom exhibit anti-inflammatory properties, helping to mitigate inflammation and alleviate associated symptoms, thus promoting overall health and well-being.

The Shaggy Mane Mushroom possesses antimicrobial properties attributed to compounds such as lectins and peptides. These bioactive substances demonstrate inhibitory effects against a wide range of pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Such antimicrobial activity may contribute to the mushroom's traditional use in treating infections and supporting microbial balance within the body.

Emerging research suggests that certain compounds found in the Shaggy Mane Mushroom, including proteoglycans and lectins, possess anticancer properties. These compounds have demonstrated the ability to inhibit tumor growth, induce apoptosis (programmed cell death) in cancer cells, and enhance the body's immune response against malignant cells, thereby holding promise as adjunctive treatments for cancer.

The medicinal use of the Shaggy Mane Mushroom traces back centuries, with indigenous cultures incorporating it into their traditional medicine practices. Native American tribes utilized the mushroom to treat various ailments, including respiratory infections, digestive disorders, and skin conditions. Similarly, in European and Asian herbal medicine traditions, the Shaggy Mane Mushroom was revered for its immune-boosting, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.

In addition to its medicinal significance, the Shaggy Mane Mushroom holds cultural importance in many societies. It has been featured in folklore, culinary traditions, and artistic expressions, symbolizing resilience, renewal, and the interconnectedness of nature and humanity.

The Shaggy Mane Mushroom stands as a testament to nature's bounty, offering not only culinary delights but also a treasure trove of medicinal virtues. From immune modulation to antioxidant protection and anticancer potential, this humble fungus embodies the intricate interplay between tradition and scientific inquiry in harnessing nature's healing powers. As research continues to unveil its secrets, the Shaggy Mane Mushroom holds promise as a valuable ally in promoting health, vitality, and longevity for generations to come.

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.