Grey Oyster (Pleurotus pulmonarius) Agar Plate Culture
A robust staple for advancing your cultivation skills. The Grey Oyster mushroom is celebrated for its aggressive colonization, high yields, and culinary versatility. While the species is extremely beginner-friendly, this plate culture from the Redwood Mushroom Supply (RMS) laboratory is perfect for intermediate growers looking to refine their sterile techniques and advance beyond liquid cultures.
High Yields & Year-Round Performance
Our Grey Oyster strain produces impressive, dense clusters of off-white to grey fan-shaped caps. It is highly valued for its wide temperature tolerance, making it a reliable performer for year-round cultivation. In RMS grow trials, this resilient strain consistently produced 1-2 lbs of fresh mushrooms per 5 lb block and demonstrated a strong ability to produce multiple full flushes on both hardwood and straw substrates.
Fruiting Parameters
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Temperature: 65-75°F (Wide tolerance)
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Humidity: 85-90%
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Fresh Air (FAE): High
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CO2 Tolerance: Low (400-800 ppm)
Storage & Handling
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Refrigeration: Viable up to 6 months
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Room Temp: Use within 1-3 weeks
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Requirement: SAB or Flow Hood required
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Substrate: Masters Mix, Hardwood, or Straw
The Redwood Mushroom Supply Process
We provide laboratory-grade agar cultures expanded from early-generation slants to ensure peak genetic vitality:
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Premium Agar Base: 100mm x 15mm petri dishes utilize high-quality Malt Extract Agar (MEA).
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Verified Sterility: Sterilization is confirmed with chemical indicators and batch-tracked for quality assurance.
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Secure Packaging: Plates are individually wrapped and sealed in breathable filter bags for protection during transit.
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In-House Proven: Strains are tested and fruited at RMS headquarters to guarantee consistent yield and performance.
Cultivation Strategy
For optimal results, transfer a 1cm x 1cm agar wedge to sterilized grain jars or bags using a Still Air Box (SAB) or Laminar Flow Hood. Once the grain is fully colonized, use it to inoculate your final substrate at a 5-10% ratio. Side-fruiting from bags in a high-airflow environment is the recommended method for achieving the best cluster formation.
Technical Specifications
| Feature |
Detail |
| Scientific Name |
Pleurotus pulmonarius |
| Culture Format |
Agar Plate (Petri Dish) |
| Flavor Profile |
Mild, Savory, and Delicate |
| Fruiting Method |
Bags in growth chamber |
FINAL SALE NOTICE: Due to the delicate nature of live cultures, all sales are final. We cannot accept returns or exchanges on agar plate products.