Reishi
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Ganoderma lucidum
Family: Ganodermataceae
About Reishi
Unique morphology controlled by CO₂: high CO₂ (sealed bag) produces antler form; low CO₂ produces conk (bracket) form. Mycelium turns yellow-orange-red during colonization (normal). Only 1 flush which can take 3+ months to mature. Medicinal use only (bitter, woody). The easiest advanced species — antler form grows inside its sealed bag.
Cultivation parameters
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