The Turkey Tail Liquid Culture Syringe makes growing Turkey Tail mushrooms at home easy and fast. This syringe contains already developed mycelium, which promotes faster and more consistent growth than traditional spore solutions. The contents of the syringe are specifically designed for colonizing substrates and are not intended for direct consumption. A major advantage of using liquid culture is that the mycelium spreads uniformly through a substrate such as grain, resulting in accelerated colonization of the medium.

Turkey Tail, scientifically known as Trametes versicolor or Coriolus versicolor, is a colorful mushroom that resembles the feather tail of a turkey, which explains its English name. In the Netherlands, it is known as the Elfenbankje, probably because of its layered and multicolored appearance. This standout is more than just beautiful. Traditionally, Turkey Tail has been valued for centuries in Asia, especially in China and Japan, where it was used in traditional medicine. The ancient beliefs in its power are now supported by modern scientific research in Asia, which continues to make the mushroom popular there. The phenols present, such as flavonoids, are just some of the beneficial compounds in Turkey Tail. However, it is best known for the presence of polysaccharide-k (PSK) and polysaccharide peptides (PSP), substances that have received particular attention in research on their potential health benefits.

Contents

These items are further packaged in a zippered bag to further protect against contamination.

• 1x 20ml liquid culture in a syringe
• 1x alcohol wipe
• 1x sterile needle

Use

• Add 1-2ml per 1L jar of sterilized grain.
• Shake the liquid culture well before use; the Turkey Tail mycelium may clump.

After use

• Store it again in the refrigerator.
• Dry the needle thoroughly a new alcohol wipe before replacing the protective cap to prevent rust.
• Optional: use a lighter to heat the needle and evaporate any remaining water. Then let it cool before replacing the cap.
• Put the liquid culture in a ziplock bag for extra protection and place it back in the refrigerator.

These instructions ensure that the liquid culture remains effective and usable for as long as possible.

What substrate are we growing on?

Hardwood (beech, oak, yellow-brown oak, alder, poplar, elm, ironwood, apple, cherry and other fruit trees)

Growing conditions

• Phase 1: Mycelial growth
• Temperature: 24 – 29°C
• Humidity: 90 – 100%
• Duration: 14 – 21 days
• Light: n/a.

Stage 2: Primordia formation/fruit set

• Temperature: 10 – 24 (up to 27) °C
• Humidity: 95 – 100%
• Duration: 7 – 14 days
• Light: 500 – 2,000 lux

Stage 3: Fruit formation and harvest

• Temperature: 18 – 24°C
• Humidity: 85 – 90 (95)%
• Duration: 45 – 70 days
• Light: 500 – 2,000 lux
• Crop cycle: two to three flights/flushes over three months

Storage advice

• Use the liquid culture within 2 months.
• Store it in the refrigerator or another cool, dark location.
• Avoid exposure to UV light.