Polypore Kin with Purpose
Not all fungi sprint through their growth — some bide their time, layered and deliberate, building flavor and function one frond at a time. Our Hens and Chicks collection features strains from the Grifola and Polyporus families — affectionately known as Hen of the Woods and Chicken of the Woods — cultivated, selected, and sometimes wild-foraged with care.
Whether you’re looking for the deeply ruffled folds of Maitake (Grifola frondosa), the golden fans of Laetiporus sulphureus, or promising regional variants still in the early days of taming, this is the patch to watch.
Cultivated Hen of the Woods strains
Wild-derived Chicken of the Woods selections
New and experimental polypore projects
Strains best suited for long runs, flavor development, and niche adaptation
These are not fast fruiters. They are slow alchemists, rich in umami, firm in texture, and complex in ecology. Perfect for extractors, chefs, forest farmers, and the fungal patient.
