Hen of the Woods "Maitake"
Meaty and simple mushroom flavor.
Meaty, Moderate, Moist
Quick Facts
Commonly Known As:
Maitake, Sheep's Head Mushroom, Ram's Head Mushroom
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Species Name
Mushroom
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Latin Name
Grifola frondosa
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Origin
Pacific Northwest
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Harvest Method
Foraged
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Range & Habitat
Pacific Northwest & Alaska
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Producer
SFS Partnership
Range & Habitat
SFS Partnership
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