Lion's Mane are the funky fungi that look like, you guessed it, a lion's mane! Learn all about Hericiums right here!
Lion's Mane Mushroom
Lion's Mane Mushroom
Lion's Mane are the funky fungi that look like, you guessed it, a lion's mane! Learn all about Hericiums right here!
Lion's Mane Mushroom
Lion's Mane are the funky fungi that look like, you guessed it, a lion's mane! Learn all about Hericiums right here!
Experience Lion's Mane Mushrooms
GROW KITS.
Lion's Mane for beginners
Grow your very own Lion’s Mane Mushroom with our ready-to-grow kits. Perfect for newbies!
WORKSHOPS.
Lion's Mane Courses
If you're fascinated by this fluffy-looking fungi, our workshop dedicated to all things Lion's Mane is for you!
GRAIN SPAWN.
Australian Hericium Spawn
If you're a hobby grower or a commercial mushroom farm we supply high quality Australian-grown mushroom grain spawn.
We have several strains of Hericium at Little Acre including Hericium erinaceus. Our grain spawn is ready to inoculate bulk substrate and top quality guaranteed!
CULTURES.
Hericium Lion's Mane liquid cultures
All of our mushroom liquid cultures are made on our special in-house recipe. We quality test each batch to ensure zero contamination and vigorous mycelial growth. The liquid cultures you are purchasing are exactly the same product we use for our own mushroom farm.
EXTRACTS.
Lion's Mane Tincture
When choosing a Lion’s Mane supplement, look for high-quality Lion's Mane extracts. This range of premium organic mushroom tinctures are hand-crafted in Tasmania from 100% mushroom fruit body.
GROW KITS.
Lion's Mane for beginners
Grow your very own Lion’s Mane Mushroom with our ready-to-grow kits. Perfect for newbies!
WORKSHOPS.
Lion's Mane Courses
If you're fascinated by this fluffy-looking fungi, our workshop dedicated to all things Lion's Mane is for you!
GRAIN SPAWN.
Australian Hericium Spawn
If you're a hobby grower or a commercial mushroom farm we supply high quality Australian-grown mushroom grain spawn.
We have several strains of Hericium at Little Acre including Hericium erinaceus. Our grain spawn is ready to inoculate bulk substrate and top quality guaranteed!
GRAIN SPAWN.
Hericium Lion's Mane liquid cultures
Our lion's mane mushroom liquid cultures are made on our special in-house recipe. We have multiple Hericium strains available. Use liquid culture to inoculate sterile grain to make mushroom grain spawn.
EXTRACTS.
Lion's Mane Tincture
When choosing a Lion’s Mane supplement, look for high-quality Lion's Mane extracts. This range of premium organic mushroom tinctures are hand-crafted in Tasmania from 100% mushroom fruit body.
Lion's Mane tastes like...
Their meaty texture and crustacean flavour has been likened to crab or lobster (fancy!). Combined with their distinctive snowball shape and cascading icicle-like teeth, they really are like no other!
Check out our recipe page for our favourite Lion's Mane recipes!
Lion's Mane tastes like...
Their meaty texture and crustacean flavour has been likened to crab or lobster (fancy!). Combined with their distinctive snowball shape and cascading icicle-like teeth, they really are like no other!
Check out our recipe page for our favourite Lion's Mane recipes!
High quality mushroom grain spawn
All of our mushroom grain spawn is grown on Certified Bio-dynamic Australian Wheat Grain and is cultured and inoculated in the highest-quality clean rooms and laboratory. We can vouch for its top-notch quality as we handle every step of the process - from tissue culture, to agar, to grain sterilisation. The grain spawn you are purchasing is exactly the same product we use for our own mushroom farm.
High quality mushroom grain spawn
All of our mushroom grain spawn is grown on Certified Bio-dynamic Australian Wheat Grain and is cultured and inoculated in the highest-quality clean rooms and laboratory. We can vouch for its top-notch quality as we handle every step of the process - from tissue culture, to agar, to grain sterilisation. The grain spawn you are purchasing is exactly the same product we use for our own mushroom farm.
Lion's Mane tastes like...
Their meaty texture and crustacean flavour has been likened to crab or lobster (fancy!). Combined with their distinctive snowball shape and cascading icicle-like teeth, they really are like no other!
Check out our recipe page for our favourite Lion's Mane recipes!
Learn more about Lion's Mane Mushrooms
What are Lion's Mane Mushrooms?
Lion's Mane (Hericium erinaceus) mushrooms are funky fungi that look like, you guessed it, a lion's mane! These shaggy, white mushrooms grow on hardwood trees in North America, Europe, Asia and right here in Australia. Used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries, they're now making waves worldwide for their awesome brain-boosting and health benefits.
Potential benefits of Lion's Mane Mushrooms
Cognitive Enhancement
Lion's Mane mushrooms are famous for their brain-boosting powers. They contain compounds called hericenones and erinacines that help stimulate the production of nerve growth factor (NGF). NGF is crucial for keeping our neurons healthy, which can lead to better memory and cognitive function.
Neuroprotection
These mushrooms might help protect against neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. By promoting NGF production, they support nerve cell repair and regeneration, potentially slowing down these conditions.
Mental Health Support
Feeling stressed or down? Lion's Mane mushrooms could help lift your mood. Research suggests they can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression by promoting brain health and neurogenesis (the growth of new brain cells).
Immune System Boost
Packed with beta-glucans, Lion's Mane mushrooms can give your immune system a serious boost. These compounds help activate your immune cells, making it easier for your body to fight off infections and illnesses.
Anti-Inflammatory and Antioxidant Properties
Lion's Mane mushrooms also have strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. This means they can help reduce inflammation in your body and protect your cells from damage caused by free radicals, contributing to overall health and wellness.
PLEASE NOTE - Lion’s Mane supplements extracts and other products should be seen as functional food and not remedies to treat medical conditions. Please discuss taking any mushroom products with your doctor and health practitioners before using it, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medications or have a pre-existing medical condition. Any statement or suggestion on the efficacy of this product to treat any medical condition or enhance any body function has not been validated by the TGA or any other food or medicine regulation authority.
References
- "Neurotrophic properties of Hericium erinaceus (a culinary-medicinal mushroom) and its medicinal potential," Journal of Traditional and Complementary Medicine, 2017.
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"Nerve Growth Factor: From the early discoveries to the potential clinical use," Journal of Translational Medicine, 2014.
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"Hericium erinaceus in promoting nerve health and cognitive function," International Journal of Medicinal Mushrooms, 2016.
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"Potential Neuroprotective Properties of Hericium erinaceus Extracts," Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 2015.
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"Effects of Lion's Mane Mushroom on Anxiety and Depression in Adults," International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2018.
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"Hericium erinaceus and its therapeutic potential for depression," Journal of Affective Disorders, 2019.
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"Beta-Glucans in Mushrooms and Their Potential Health Benefits," Journal of Nutrition and Health, 2017.
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"Immunomodulatory Effects of Medicinal Mushrooms," Clinical Immunology, 2016.
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"Anti-inflammatory properties of Hericium erinaceus," Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2014.
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"Antioxidant activities of various extracts of Hericium erinaceus," Food Chemistry, 2015.
Culinary uses of Lion's Mane Mushroom
Beyond their health benefits, Lion's Mane mushrooms are delicious and versatile in the kitchen! They have a meaty texture often likened to seafood and a slightly sweet, savory flavor. Here are some tasty ways to enjoy them:
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Sautéed: Simply sauté Lion's Mane mushrooms in butter or olive oil with garlic and herbs for a yummy side dish.
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Soups and Stews: Add chopped Lion's Mane mushrooms to soups, stews, and broths for extra flavor and nutrition.
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Seafood Substitute: Their texture makes them a great vegetarian substitute for seafood in recipes like crab cakes or scallops.
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Tea and Extracts: Dry them and make teas or extracts to easily incorporate their benefits into your daily routine.
Learn more about all things Lion’s Mane mushrooms in our course Lion’s Mane Unlocked.