Where does Shiitake grow?
Lentinus edodes
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Open the appShiitake grows in specific habitats. Knowing where to look and when is the difference between an empty basket and a successful forage.
Where to find Shiitake
Hardwood forests
Shiitake mushrooms can be found growing on dead or decaying hardwood trees, such as oak, beech, and chestnut.
Foraging tips
- Where to find shiitake mushrooms?. Look for clusters of shiitake mushrooms growing on the trunks of trees. They typically appear in the spring and fall, after periods of rain.
Quick Check
- Substrate:
- Dead or decaying hardwood trees
- Fruiting:
- Clusters on wood
- Odor:
- Aniseed
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