Lion's Mane Mushroom 250g | Hou Tou Gu 猴頭菇

Hou Tou Gu (猴頭菇), lion's mane mushroom, 250g dried. Round shaggy caps that look exactly like their Chinese name suggests — a monkey's head — with a mild, faintly seafood-like sweetness.

• 250g of dried lion's mane mushroom
• Botanical name Hericium erinaceus
• Round shaggy caps, unmistakable in appearance
• Mild, faintly sweet, almost seafood-like
• A traditional Chinese stomach-strengthening mushroom

Traditional use of Lion'S Mane Mushroom

Hou Tou Gu has been used in Chinese cooking and dietary therapy for centuries, particularly associated with the stomach, and is now among the more researched culinary mushrooms.

Names for this herb

Pinyin Hou Tou Gu · Chinese 猴頭菇 (simplified 猴头菇) · botanical name Hericium erinaceus · English: lion's mane mushroom, monkey head mushroom, bearded tooth fungus · Cantonese: hau tau gu

Chinese herbs are sold under many names. If you were given a different name or a prescription slip you cannot match, send it to us and we will identify it for you.

Traditional use information is provided for general education only and is not medical advice. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified practitioner before use, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or managing a health condition. Keep out of reach of children.