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Growing Gourmet and Medicinal Mushrooms Paperback – 25 October 2000

by Paul Stamets (Author)
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A detailed and comprehensive guide for growing and using gourmet and medicinal mushrooms commercially or at home.

"Absolutely the best book in the world on how to grow diverse and delicious mushrooms."-David Arora, author ofMushrooms Demystified

With precise growth parameters for thirty-one mushroom species, this bible of mushroom cultivation includes gardening tips, state-of-the-art production techniques, realistic advice for laboratory and growing room construction, tasty mushroom recipes, and an invaluable troubleshooting guide.

More than 500 photographs, illustrations, and charts clearly identify each stage of cultivation, and a twenty-four-page color insert spotlights the intense beauty of various mushroom species. Whether you're an ecologist, a chef, a forager, a pharmacologist, a commercial grower, or a home gardener-this indispensable handbook will get you started, help your garden succeed, and make your mycological landscapes the envy of the neighborhood.
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  1. Print length
    592 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed
  4. Publication date
    25 October 2000
  5. Dimensions
    19.05 x 3.94 x 22.86 cm
  6. ISBN-10
    1580081754
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1580081757
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"The most comprehensive manual of mushroom cultivation ever--filled with readable, useful informationabout every known mushroom species that people esteem for food and for medicine. Expanded, improved, and destined to be a classic."--Dr. Andrew Weil, author of Spontaneous Healine and 8 Weeks to Optimum Health

About the Author

Paul Stametsis the founder of Fungi Perfecti and codirector and founder of the Rainforest Mushroom Genome and Mycodiversity Preservation Project. He is the author of two seminal textbooks, The Mushroom Cultivator and Growing Gourmet and Medicinal Mushrooms, has been published in numerous journals, and is presenting more lectures on mycology than he can keep track of. An advisor and consultant to the Program for Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona Medical School and the 1998 recipient of the Collective Heritage Institute's Bioneers Award, Stamets lives in Kamilche Point, Washington with his collection of more than 250 medicinal mushroom cultures.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed; 1st edition (25 October 2000)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 592 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1580081754
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1580081757
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 19.05 x 3.94 x 22.86 cm
  • Customer Reviews:
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Mycologist Paul Stamets is the author of seven books. He is an invention ambassador for the American Association for the Advancement of Science and was inducted into The Explorer’s Club in 2020. He has received numerous awards, including the National Mycologist Award from the North American Mycological Association, the Gordon and Tina Wasson Award from the Mycological Society of America, the Disruptor Award from NextMed, and the SynBioBeta Lifetime Achievement Award.

 

He has named numerous new species of psilocybin mushrooms, and a new mushroom species has recently been named after him: Psilocybe stametsii. 

 

He is a collaborator with numerous scientific organizations and research institutes. His research is considered breakthrough by thought leaders for creating a paradigm shift for helping ecosystems worldwide.

 

His work has entered the mainstream of popular culture: In the new Star Trek: Discovery series on CBS, the science officer is portrayed by an astromycologist, Lt. Commander Paul Stamets. His work with mycelium has become a central theme of this series. In addition, he is the primary guide to the incredible mushroom documentary Fantastic Fungi, which first appeared in theaters in fall 2019, with a 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

 

 

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  • Rob
    5.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive book for fungus growers
    Reviewed in Australia on 18 December 2023
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    Content comprehensive and yet simple enough to skim and learn fundamentals quickly. Illustrated, pictures, antidotes and information on wide array of cultivated fungus, equipment, advice and techniques. Comprehensive by content volume.
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  • Mr. Z
    5.0 out of 5 stars Mushroom Cultivation Bible
    Reviewed in Australia on 18 January 2023
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    Great source of information. The book is not focusing on glossy colour photos, but rather on a high quality content.
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  • Bob Willis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Opens the world of this most amazing kingdom.
    Reviewed in Australia on 10 October 2019
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    I have recently become aware of the benefits of mycelium and their fruit. From dealing with toxic waste to the outstanding medicinal properties, to say nothing of my expanded knowledge of more than just the 'button' variety I have always used in my cooking.
    I am wanting to grow my own. This book tells me the how and the why.
    Thank you Paul for your invaluable help in this new and exciting journey!
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  • Paul
    5.0 out of 5 stars The best book on the subject.
    Reviewed in Australia on 1 July 2022
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    Not much more to add that hasn't already been mentioned by the other reviewers. A great book written by an authority on the subject.
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  • ecrangle
    5.0 out of 5 stars Knowledgeable
    Reviewed in Australia on 31 October 2021
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    Nothing to dislike ... author is thorough and knowledgeable.
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    4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
    Reviewed in Australia on 15 August 2014
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    Excellent reference
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  • Monique
    5.0 out of 5 stars Happy with my purchase.
    Reviewed in Australia on 30 May 2020
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  • Tim
    3.0 out of 5 stars It's alright
    Reviewed in Australia on 14 June 2020
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    Pages weren't all great
    Has heaps of information though
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  • BlackFlameDragon
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente
    Reviewed in Mexico on 24 September 2024
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    Un libro publicado hace 20 años pero no por eso deja de ser la biblia de cultivo de hongos con información detallada escrito por uno de los grandes expertos del mundo.

    Quizá para los principiantes sea una lectura un poco pesada por sus tecnicismos, pero en esta época donde el internet facilita el encontrar información, nada que un poco de investigación no pueda resolver.
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  • VMN
    5.0 out of 5 stars good entry level stuff
    Reviewed in Canada on 30 March 2024
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    A good book for beginners and a resource to fall back on when troubleshooting or remembering basic grow parameters
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  • Johannes Friis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Third edition
    Reviewed in Germany on 9 June 2023
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    Really neat and great book for any mushroom cultivation enthusiasts
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  • Aaron sum
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good and informative book, but delivery can be improved
    Reviewed in Singapore on 23 February 2023
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    The book is super informative and I learnt many things not covered in YouTube.

    The book should be updated to continue to reflect some of the newest species of mushrooms cultivated.

    However the delivery left something to be desired as the book arrived a little dinged up
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  • meeda
    3.0 out of 5 stars Damaged
    Reviewed in the United Arab Emirates on 8 March 2020
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    The book arrived damaged, 1/4 of the pages are wet with mold!!!

    How can I attach images?
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