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(Auricularia polytricha)
The crunchy mushroom that brings texture to every bowl.
Wood Ear is a fascinating jelly mushroom prized more for its texture than flavor. Popular in soups, ramen, and stir-fries throughout Asia, this mushroom develops dark, ear-shaped fruiting bodies with a satisfying crunch that holds up beautifully in cooking.
This particular strain was cloned from the forests of South Carolina and tested right here at Mushroom Mountain.
🌱 Why You’ll Love It
🍜 Famous crunchy texture perfect for soups and ramen🌳 Excellent for hardwood log cultivation🍄 Unique jelly-like mushroom with dark velvety fruiting bodies🌿 Native-adapted wild strain from South Carolina💧 Thrives in humid outdoor environments
Where Can I Grow It?
Wood Ear grows best on:
• Hardwood logs
• Oak logs especially
• Outdoor shaded environments
• Humid woodland conditions