Italian Oyster Mushroom Liquid Culture Syringe

Pleurotus pulmonarius, commonly known as the Indian oyster, Italian oyster, phoenix mushroom, or the lung oyster. It is widespread in temperate and subtropical forests throughout the world. In the eastern United States, this species is generally found on hardwoods while in the west it is commonly found on conifers.

Italian or Phoenix Oyster is the most cultivated Pleurotus mushroom species in Europe and North America. The most popular varieties for cultivation are the warm weather varieties. Widespread in temperate and subtropical forests throughout the world. One of the most versatile species to grow, and will do well on most substrates including straw, wood chips, sawdust, cardboard, coffee grounds, and any other cellulose-based substrate.