Mushroom Spawn, commonly known as Button Mushroom Spawn, is a fungal propagation material used for cultivating mushrooms in controlled growing environments. Spawn consists of mycelium grown on a sterile carrier such as grain or organic substrate, which allows the fungus to colonize the growing medium and produce fruiting bodies. Button mushrooms develop small rounded caps with short stems and grow best in compost-based substrates under moderate temperatures and high humidity. Mushroom cultivation is typically carried out indoors or in shaded areas where moisture, ventilation, and temperature can be managed.
Features
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Fungal propagation material used for mushroom cultivation
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Contains mycelium grown on a sterile carrier substrate
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Suitable for indoor or controlled environment growing
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Grows in compost-based organic substrate rather than soil
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Produces clusters of small rounded mushroom caps
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Agaricus bisporus
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Common Name (US): Button Mushroom
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Seed Type / Variety: Mushroom spawn
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Growth Habit: Fungal growth forming fruiting bodies
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USDA Zones: Suitable for indoor cultivation in all zones
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Planting Season: Year-round in controlled environments
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Growing Season: Year-round under suitable indoor conditions
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Sowing Season:
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Indoor cultivation: January to December
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Germination Time and Conditions: 10 to 20 days for mycelium colonization at 18 to 24 C with high humidity
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Sunlight Requirements: Low light or indirect light
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Soil Requirements: Organic compost substrate or mushroom growing medium
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Watering Needs: Maintain high humidity and evenly moist substrate
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Mature Plant Size: 1 to 3 inches cap diameter; 1 to 2 inches height
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Plant Spacing: Grown in trays or beds with closely spaced fruiting clusters