How to Cultivate Ganoderma Lucidum
This introduction covers the cultivation and management methods of Ganoderma lucidum, also known as the green plant flowers. Let's delve into the details together.
Ganoderma lucidum is familiar to many, yet also unfamiliar. It is familiar from its depiction in period dramas as a panacea, but unfamiliar because most people have never seen the actual plant. With the development of society and scientific progress, scientific experiments have shown that the medicinal effects of Ganoderma lucidum lie in its spores, which are the seeds. Although the drama portrays Ganoderma lucidum as having the ability to bring the dead back to life, in reality, while it does not possess such powers, Ganoderma lucidum spores can indeed enhance the immune system of people, making it deserve the title of "mushroom of immortality." Most of us should have learned about spores in middle school biology; they are invisible, and spore plants belong to the fungal category.
Today, let's talk about the creation of Ganoderma lucidum盆景 (potted landscape) and its cultivation methods. To master the cultivation techniques of Ganoderma lucidum, one must first understand its growth characteristics.
Ganoderma lucidum is an annual fungus. Perhaps when watching TV as a child, there were mentions of thousand-year-old Ganoderma lucidum with the ability to bring the dead back to life, but in reality, after maturity, Ganoderma lucidum becomes lignified, which is physiological death. Although it can be preserved for many years, it is a dead body. Moreover, mature Ganoderma lucidum will also spray spores, which is a natural selection. Unless artificial intervention is taken before spraying, dried Ganoderma lucidum ensures that spores are not released and can be preserved for a long time. Due to its lignification characteristic, if preserved well, small Ganoderma lucidum will sprout from the roots the following year, thus developing into an ornamental potted plant. Currently, potted plants that grow directly are rare, as the cultivation conditions are too harsh. Most are dried after lignification and then selected for good appearance, transplanted into pots. Square pots work well in contrast to the round shape of Ganoderma lucidum, and when paired with some small plants or small hanging basket succulents, a beautiful potted landscape is formed.
If you enjoy watching Ganoderma lucidum grow, you can also purchase spawn bags (it is not recommended to make them yourself, as it requires a sterile environment; buying is sufficient unless you are doing large-scale cultivation), then cover with a damp cloth, spray water on the cloth every day, and wait for the small Ganoderma lucidum to grow before caring for them. Let's now discuss the conditions for Ganoderma lucidum growth:
Small Ganoderma lucidum
Ganoderma lucidum is a photophobic fungus that is very sensitive to light. Different stages require different lighting. Before the fungal body appears, it is still in the mycelium growth stage, which should not be exposed to light, otherwise, it will affect the growth rate of the mycelium. The mycelium can be cultivated in complete darkness (by using shade to create a dark environment). After the Ganoderma lucidum body appears, it must be exposed to light. The optimal light intensity is between 1500-5000LUX (with a reference of 3000LUX; a regular 40-watt tube should be about 0.2 meters away), so that the stem and cap grow fast, strong, and the cap is thick.
Ganoderma lucidum thrives in high temperatures, growing between 15-35°C. It grows rapidly and has good color between 25-30°C, with good-looking caps and stems. Below 25°C, Ganoderma lucidum grows slowly and has poor color; above 30°C, it easily forms lumps. Ganoderma lucidum also requires high humidity and should be frequently sprayed with mist to maintain air humidity. The culture medium should be moist, with a relative humidity of about 75% during the mycelium growth stage, which should be increased to 90%-95% after Ganoderma lucidum appears.
How to Cultivate Ganoderma lucidum
Ganoderma lucidum tumor
Ganoderma lucidum is also a facultative aerobic fungus, requiring regular ventilation. During its growth, it is very sensitive to CO2, which should be less than 0.09% (it can be measured with an air content detector, and ventilation should be performed if above 0.09%). When the CO2 content in the air increases to 0.1%, Ganoderma lucidum cannot grow and open its cap normally, forming a deformed, antler-like shape.
Antler-like Ganoderma lucidum also has unique ornamental value.
So, it's not easy to cultivate a beautiful umbrella-shaped Ganoderma lucidum potted landscape!!!
The above introduction (Green Plant Enthusiast Network) on how to cultivate Ganoderma lucidum and its cultivation and management methods for green plant flowers may help you in your daily life!