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Yanagi Matsutake

Agrocybe aegerita

Also called Black Poplar or Pioppino. Prized in Italian cuisine. Long stems and small caps with earthy flavor.

Growing Timeline

Total time from inoculation to harvest: approximately 54 days

Growth Phases

1
Inoculation

Typically 1-1 days

Temp: 18-24°C
Humidity: 60-70%

Tasks

  • Prepare hardwood substrate
  • Inoculate with spawn
  • Seal container

Tips

  • Prefers hardwood substrates
2
Colonization

Typically 21-35 days

Temp: 18-24°C
Humidity: 60-70%

Tasks

  • Store in dark location
  • Check for contamination weekly

Tips

  • Slower colonizer - patience needed
3
Fruiting

Typically 10-16 days

Temp: 13-18°C
Humidity: 85-95%

Tasks

  • Top-fruit for long stems
  • Maintain high humidity
  • Good FAE

Tips

  • Benefits from casing layer
  • Long stems are desirable
4
Harvest

Typically 1-2 days

Temp: 13-18°C
Humidity: 85-95%

Tasks

  • Harvest before caps fully open
  • Cut at base

Tips

  • Velvety caps when young

Common Issues

  • Short stems (too much light)
  • Slow growth (normal)

Growing Tips

  • Italian cuisine favorite
  • Earthy, wine-like aroma
  • Great texture when cooked