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Sessile Lingzhi (Reishi)
Ganoderma sessile
Mushroom of immortality in traditional medicine. Forms beautiful antler or conk shapes. Dried for tea or tinctures.
Growing Timeline
Total time from inoculation to harvest: approximately 158 days
Growth Phases
1
Inoculation
Typically 1-1 days
Temp: 24-29°C
Humidity: 60-70%
Tasks
- Prepare hardwood substrate
- Inoculate with spawn
- Seal container
Tips
- Likes warmth
- Oak or maple preferred
2
Colonization
Typically 30-60 days
Temp: 24-29°C
Humidity: 60-70%
Tasks
- Store in warm, dark location
- Check for contamination weekly
Tips
- Will form antlers if low CO2 during colonization
3
Fruiting
Typically 30-90 days
Temp: 21-27°C
Humidity: 80-95%
Tasks
- Cut opening for conk or leave sealed for antlers
- Maintain high humidity
Tips
- Antlers = high CO2, Conks = high FAE
- Both are valid and useful
4
Harvest
Typically 1-7 days
Temp: 21-27°C
Humidity: 80-95%
Tasks
- Harvest when growth stops and surface hardens
- Cut at base
Tips
- Spore release = brown dust everywhere
- Dry for long-term storage
Common Issues
- Spore mess (harvest early)
- Antlers vs conks (both fine)
Growing Tips
- Adaptogenic immune support
- Antlers form in low-oxygen environments
- Double extraction for full benefits