The Chestnut (Pholiota adiposa) is a gourmet mushroom with a pronounced nutty flavor.
Characteristics
- Color: Chestnut brown with scales
- Flavor: Intense nutty
- Texture: Firm and crunchy
- Size: 3-8 cm caps
Optimal Conditions
Enjoys a substrate enriched with wheat bran. Slow colonization but superior quality mushrooms.
Harvesting Tips
Harvest when the scales on the cap are still clearly visible.
Culinary Uses
Its nutty flavor pairs perfectly with white meats, pastas, and risottos.
Growing Technical Data
| Ideal Substrate | Amended sawdust |
|---|---|
| Phase 1: Colonization | 20 - 30 days |
| Phase 2: Initiation | 7 - 10 days |
| Phase 3: Growth | 7 - 14 days |
| Total Cycle Duration | 34 - 54 days |
| Flushes & Spacing | 2 flushes (14-21 days) |
| Colonization Temp | 20-24°C |
| Fruiting Temp | 12-18°C |
| Relative Humidity | 85-90% |
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