Latin name:Grifola frondosa Also know as:Maitake, Hen-of-the-woods, Dancing Mushroom, ram's head, sheep's head, Oak hare
Origin:China Supplier ID:BF-90PU
Grifola frondosa – Maitake
Maitake, also known as sheep's head or Hen of woods, is not only an edible mushroom, it is also popular in traditional Chinese medicine as a vital mushroom. The home of Maitake is Asia. Here the mushroom is usually cultivated on tree trunks.
Maitake has been consumed for centuries in China and Japan where it is one of the major culinary mushrooms.The mushroom is used in many Japanese dishes, such as nabemono. The softer caps must be thoroughly cooked
Complies with the Guidelines for edible mushrooms and edible mushroom products.
Each and every batch of our dried mushrooms is tested by an independent laboratory in line with health and statutory food standards: The analyzes include microbiological examinations for germs, bacteria and pesticides (BNN) and heavy metals of all kinds. Our dried mushrooms meet the strictest EU food directives.
