Wild Canadian Oyster Agar Plate (Pleurotus pulmonarius)

Pleurotus pulmonarius, often called Wild Canadian Oyster or Phoenix Oyster, is one of the most reliable strains for warm and tropical environments. Originally isolated from temperate hardwoods in Canada, this variety adapts extremely well to Sri Lanka’s climate—making it ideal for low-tech, high-output mushroom cultivation year-round.

This culture is grown on nutrient-rich agar in sterile lab conditions and tested for purity before shipping. It’s an excellent starting point for grain spawn production, master cultures, or experimentation in agro-waste conversion.

What You’ll Receive

• 1 × 100 mm sterile agar plate colonised with Pleurotus pulmonarius
• Clearly labelled with strain ID and pour date
• Contaminant-free, sealed fresh, and best used within 4 weeks (store refrigerated at 2–5 °C)

Growing Conditions

• Colonisation: 22–30 °C, 60–70% humidity, low light
• Fruiting: 18–32 °C, 85–95% humidity, strong air exchange, 500–1,000 lux light
• Substrates: Paddy straw, coconut coir, banana stem, or hardwood sawdust with 5–10% bran

Why Choose Wild Canadian Oyster?

• Rapid mycelial growth—grain jars colonise in 6–8 days
• Performs well in tropical heat and basic fruiting setups
• Light, nutty flavour that works well in most cuisines
• Highly productive on low-cost substrates common in Sri Lanka

Best Use Cases

• Scale up grain spawn for commercial grow bags or logs
• Maintain as a master culture for year-round production
• Incorporate into farm training programs and educational kits
• Study heat tolerance and lignin breakdown enzymes for bioconversion research

This Wild Canadian Oyster culture offers speed, versatility, and climate resilience—making it a top choice for growers across Sri Lanka looking to maximise yields and minimise inputs.