Lion's Mane Liquid Culture Syringe - Isolated Pink Variety (10cc)

About Lion's Mane Pink

Lion's Mane Pink is a rare isolated variety of Hericium erinaceus that develops a subtle blush-to-rose tint across its cascading spines, distinct from the pure white of the standard strain. Same extraordinary seafood-like culinary profile, same researched cognitive and nerve-support compounds — but with a visual twist that makes it a conversation piece at any market table or grow tent. For mycology collectors and growers who want something a little more uncommon in their culture library, this is the Lion's Mane to reach for.

Growing Notes

• Difficulty: Beginner to Intermediate
• Preferred substrate: Hardwood sawdust supplemented with bran; fruits on hardwood logs
• Fruiting temperature: 65–75°F
• Colonization speed: Moderate
• Special considerations: The pink coloration develops most reliably with indirect natural light during fruiting — too much direct light bleaches it back to white. Fruit blocks filter-patch-down as with standard Lion's Mane, and tune humidity to encourage full, lush spine development.

Culinary Uses

Identical in flavor and texture to standard Lion's Mane — flaky, tender, sweet, and seafood-like. Slice into steaks and sear in butter, shred for vegan crab cakes, or pull apart for a lobster-roll-style filling. The pink tint adds a unique visual flourish to plated dishes. Equally well suited to drying and dual-extracting into tinctures for functional use.

Functional Benefits

Like the standard strain, Lion's Mane Pink produces hericenones and erinacines studied for their potential to support nerve growth factor (NGF), cognitive function, memory, and focus. A rare, collectible strain for functional-mushroom growers and small-batch tincture makers.

Usage Instructions

• Sanitize your work area, tools, and contact surfaces before handling.
• Prepare grain, substrate, agar, or grow kits according to your standard operating procedures.
• Introduce the liquid culture using sterile or near-sterile technique (e.g., in front of a flow hood or still-air box when applicable).
• Maintain species-appropriate incubation and fruiting conditions for temperature, humidity, and fresh air exchange.

Shelf Life & Storage

Store refrigerated at 34–39°F (1–4°C) away from direct sunlight. Under proper storage, typical shelf life is 3–6 months unopened. Always visually inspect for contamination, damage, or off-odors before use.

Quality & COA

Each batch is prepared using standardized procedures and test-inoculated on appropriate media before release. These internal checks act as our in-house Certificate of Analysis (COA) to confirm viability and cleanliness at the time of packaging.

Strain Profile

• Common name: Lion's Mane Pink
• Scientific name: Hericium erinaceus (pink variety)
• Strain: Pink isolated variety
• Difficulty: Beginner to Intermediate
• Preferred substrate: Hardwood sawdust, supplemented blocks, hardwood logs
• Use case: Rare collectible strain, gourmet culinary, cognitive and nerve-health support

How to Use This Liquid Culture

1. Sterilize the injection port on your grain bag with an alcohol prep pad.
2. Shake the syringe vigorously for 10-15 seconds to disperse the mycelium evenly.
3. Inject 1-2cc of liquid culture through the self-healing injection port of your grain bag. Less is more — 1cc is usually plenty.
4. Seal and incubate the bag at 70-75°F in a clean, dark space.
5. Wait for colonization — white mycelium will begin spreading through the grain within 2-4 weeks.

Temperature & Timeline: Colonization typically takes 2-4 weeks at 70-75°F. Warmer is not better — temperatures above 80°F increase contamination risk.

Signs of Success: You'll see white, fluffy mycelium spreading outward from injection points. The grain will become covered in a uniform white coating when fully colonized.

Next Steps: Once the grain is fully colonized, transfer it to a bulk substrate or introduce fruiting conditions, depending on your setup.

Common Mistake: Injecting too much liquid culture does not speed up colonization — it wastes culture and can introduce excess moisture that encourages contamination. Stick to 1-2cc per bag.

What's in the Box

• 1x 10cc liquid culture syringe
• 1x sterile needle
• 1x alcohol prep pad