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Blue Oyster

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Pleurotus ostreatus var. columbinus

Family: Pleurotaceae

About Blue Oyster

The most aggressive colonizer among common species. Extremely cold-tolerant and grows on virtually any cellulosic material. Heavy spore producer — use ventilation. Extremely CO₂-sensitive; insufficient FAE produces long stringy stems and small caps.

Cultivation parameters

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