Which wood does Reishi (G. tsugae) grow best on?
No woods with good compatibility are recorded for this mushroom yet.
Woods that work, with average results
They work, though colonization or yield are usually lower.
- Hemlock · Conifer or softwood
Woods to avoid
- Ailanthus
- Albizia
- Alder
- Ash
- Aspen
- Basswood
- Beech
- Birch
- Black Walnut
- Box Elder
- Buckeye
- Cherry
- Chestnut
- Chinese Tallow
- Cottonwood
- Elm
- Eucalyptus
- Hackberry
- Hickory
- Hophornbeam
- Hornbeam
- Ironwood
- Mimosa
- Mulberry
- Oak
- Peach
- Pecan
- Persimmon
- Plum
- Poplar
- Privet
- Sassafras
- Serviceberry
- Soft Maple
- Sourwood
- Sweetgum
- Sweetgum Tree
- Sycamore
- Tulip Tree
- Tupelo
- Willow
No data for 2 more woods.
These recommendations come from common cultivation practice. Results change with climate, wood freshness and technique. For most mushrooms, avoid conifers and softwoods.
