Lion's Mane

Lion's mane (Hericium erinaceus) is a type of edible mushroom that grows on the dead trunks of hardwood trees. It belongs to the hydnoid fungi group, also called the tooth fungus group because these mushrooms grow long tooth-like projections. The projections on a lion's mane mushroom are fine and thin, resembling the mane of a lion.

Lion's mane mushrooms can be consumed raw or cooked. They can also be steeped and consumed in tea or other beverages. Lion's mane supplements are also widely available.

Lion's mane is sometimes called the “smart mushroom,” because they are believed to help support cognitive function, memory, and attention span.