{"product_id":"native-polyporus-umbellatus-jcmupp3-umbrella-polypore-liquid-culture","title":"Native Polyporus umbellatus - JCMUPP3 (Umbrella Polypore) Liquid Culture","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10ml of Umbrella Polypore liquid culture, complete with a 16g prick \u0026amp; IPA wipe.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rare beast was very kindly sent to us courtesy of Pearl an experienced mushroom forager and keen member of the Mushroom Spotters UK page on Facebook. We’ve never been fortunate enough to spot this mushroom in the wild, so when we saw photos on Facebook of a UK sighting, we got VERY excited. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe attempted to clone this beauty in 2024 but unfortunately the fruiting body specimen were too far gone and maggot ridden to be able to get a viable clone to work with. In 2025 Pearl revisited the same spot and luckily found the mushroom fruiting again and this time in perfect condition!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDon’t forget to add a bag of \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Sterile Grain\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jurassiccoastmushrooms.com\/products\/sterile-grain\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSterile Grain\u003c\/a\u003e to get your grow underway!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur gourmet cultures are the perfect choice, to expand your own liquid mycelium or produce your own mushroom grain spawn, fruiting blocks and to ultimately, grow your own gourmet mushrooms! The 10ml syringe contains a premium culture, nurtured by us at Jurassic Coast Mushrooms, suspended in a broth rich in nutrients, to jump-start the growth of your mushrooms. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you'll receive -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x 10ml liquid culture syringe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x IPA wipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x 16g sterile prick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy choosing a native liquid culture, you're not only going to be rewarded with yummy mushrooms but you will also be playing your role in preserving and supporting native fungi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"462\" data-start=\"45\"\u003eOur range of hardwood mushroom liquid cultures is carefully produced in-house using sterile laboratory practices to ensure clean, vigorous and healthy mycelial growth. This category includes a variety of wood-decomposing gourmet and native fungi including Shiitake, Pioppino, Speckled Chestnut, Dryad’s Saddle and other hardwood-associated species prized for their flavour, productivity and fascinating growth habits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"791\" data-start=\"464\"\u003eThese species naturally thrive on fallen timber and decaying woodland material, making them ideally suited to cultivation on hardwood-based substrates. Many hardwood fungi are highly valued by growers for their dense fruiting bodies, rich umami characteristics and ability to produce repeated flushes under suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1145\" data-start=\"793\"\u003eEach syringe contains live mycelium suspended in a nutrient solution and can be used to inoculate sterilised grain, agar or liquid media for further expansion. Once grain spawn is fully colonised, it can be transferred onto hardwood sawdust substrates, supplemented blocks, outdoor beds or log cultivation projects depending on the species being grown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1172\" data-start=\"1147\"\u003eGrowth \u0026amp; Colonisation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1366\" data-start=\"1174\"\u003eHardwood-loving fungi generally establish best when introduced to sterile grain in clean conditions using proper aseptic technique. Common grain choices include rye, millet, sorghum and wheat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1404\" data-start=\"1368\"\u003eRecommended incubation temperatures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1418\" data-start=\"1405\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1418\" data-start=\"1405\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1418\" data-start=\"1407\"\u003e20–25°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1453\" data-start=\"1420\"\u003eAverage grain colonisation times:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1469\" data-start=\"1454\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1469\" data-start=\"1454\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1469\" data-start=\"1456\"\u003e2–4 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1569\" data-start=\"1471\"\u003eBulk substrate colonisation can vary considerably between species but is commonly achieved within:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1585\" data-start=\"1570\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1585\" data-start=\"1570\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1585\" data-start=\"1572\"\u003e3–8 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1918\" data-start=\"1587\"\u003eSome hardwood species are naturally slower growing than aggressive Oyster or Hericium varieties, however they often reward patience with dense fruiting, improved shelf life and exceptional texture. During colonisation, mycelium may appear thick and rhizomorphic or soft and tomentose depending on the species and genetics involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2145\" data-start=\"1920\"\u003eMost species in this category perform exceptionally well on hardwood sawdust enriched with bran supplementation, though many can also be cultivated successfully on logs, wood-chip beds and outdoor woodland-style environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2172\" data-start=\"2147\"\u003eFruiting Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2277\" data-start=\"2174\"\u003eWhile individual species may have slightly different preferences, most hardwood mushrooms benefit from:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2409\" data-start=\"2278\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2316\" data-start=\"2278\"\u003eHigh humidity levels (\u003cstrong data-end=\"2315\" data-start=\"2302\"\u003e85–95% RH\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2345\" data-start=\"2317\"\u003eRegular fresh air exchange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2376\" data-start=\"2346\"\u003eStable fruiting temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2409\" data-start=\"2377\"\u003eLow to moderate indirect light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2452\" data-start=\"2411\"\u003eTypical fruiting temperatures range from:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2466\" data-start=\"2453\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2466\" data-start=\"2453\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2466\" data-start=\"2455\"\u003e12–22°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2713\" data-start=\"2468\"\u003eCertain varieties, particularly Shiitake, may respond well to resting periods or cold shocking before fruiting initiation. Others, such as Pioppino or Speckled Chestnut, often fruit readily once humidity and airflow conditions become favourable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2951\" data-start=\"2715\"\u003eMaintaining balanced environmental conditions is important for healthy cap formation, strong stem development and overall yield quality. Proper airflow is especially important to reduce excessive carbon dioxide build-up during fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2979\" data-start=\"2953\"\u003eRecommended Substrates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3025\" data-start=\"2981\"\u003eHardwood species are commonly cultivated on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3144\" data-start=\"3026\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3044\" data-start=\"3026\"\u003eHardwood sawdust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3073\" data-start=\"3045\"\u003eHardwood fuel pellet mixes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3103\" data-start=\"3074\"\u003eSupplemented sawdust blocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3119\" data-start=\"3104\"\u003eHardwood logs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3144\" data-start=\"3120\"\u003eOutdoor wood-chip beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3344\" data-start=\"3146\"\u003eFor indoor cultivation, supplemented hardwood blocks are often preferred for faster colonisation and higher yields, while outdoor log cultivation can provide seasonal harvests over extended periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3368\" data-start=\"3346\"\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3560\" data-start=\"3370\"\u003eShake thoroughly before use to distribute the live mycelium evenly throughout the syringe. Always use sterile equipment and clean inoculation practices to minimise the risk of contamination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3581\" data-start=\"3562\"\u003eStorage guidelines:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3679\" data-start=\"3582\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3608\" data-start=\"3582\"\u003eRefrigerate at \u003cstrong data-end=\"3608\" data-start=\"3599\"\u003e2–8°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3625\" data-start=\"3609\"\u003eAvoid freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3679\" data-start=\"3626\"\u003eAllow cultures to reach room temperature before use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3782\" data-start=\"3681\"\u003eFor best performance and viability, liquid cultures are ideally used within a few months of purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3814\" data-start=\"3784\"\u003eResearch \u0026amp; Cultivation Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4065\" data-start=\"3816\"\u003eOur hardwood mushroom liquid cultures are intended for mycological study, microscopy and cultivation purposes. Growth speed, morphology and fruiting characteristics can differ significantly depending on species, isolate and environmental conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"4254\" data-start=\"4067\"\u003eFrom gourmet cultivation to native woodland projects and advanced spawn production, hardwood fungi remain some of the most rewarding and diverse species available to mushroom cultivators.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jurassic Coast Mushrooms","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57232067068236,"sku":"JCM-LC-UMBRELLA","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/0215\/4572\/files\/Polyporus_umbellatus_liquid_culture.jpg?v=1778461056","url":"https:\/\/www.jurassiccoastmushrooms.com\/products\/native-polyporus-umbellatus-jcmupp3-umbrella-polypore-liquid-culture","provider":"Jurassic Coast Mushrooms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}