Lion’s Mane Mushroom Extract

Hericium erinaceus — commonly called Lion's Mane — is a functional mushroom traditionally used in Chinese herbal preparations and Japanese cuisine for centuries. Our extract is produced from 100% fruiting body of cultivated Hericium erinaceus through an 8:1 dual extraction using both hot water and ethanol — preserving water-soluble compounds alongside alcohol-soluble compounds. Each batch carries over 30% beta-D-glucans alongside naturally occurring hericenones.

They're two forms of the same species, with different uses and concentration levels.

Dried Lion's Mane mushroom is the whole fruiting body, gently dried and packaged — ideal for cooking (sauté, soups, tea decoctions, broths). Lower concentration of bioactives per gram since it's the whole mushroom.

Lion's Mane extract (this product) is dual-extracted at 8:1 — 8 kg of dried fruiting body concentrated into 1 kg of finished extract powder, with >30% beta-D-glucans. Most concentrated form, designed for measured daily use mixed into beverages.

Use dried for culinary preparation, extract for measured daily compound intake. Explore Dried Lion's Mane →

Yes — this is one of the most important distinctions in the Lion's Mane category, and most brands get it wrong.

Hericenones are aromatic compounds found in the fruiting body of Hericium erinaceus, first isolated in 1991. They are the most-researched fruiting body compound class in Lion's Mane.

Erinacines are diterpene compounds found only in the mycelium (the underground network) of Lion's Mane — not in the fruiting body.

If a brand claims their product contains both hericenones AND erinacines, the product must contain mycelium (often grown on grain substrate). Our extract is 100% fruiting body, so it naturally contains hericenones — never claimed to contain erinacines.

8:1 means 8 kilograms of dried fruiting body are processed down to 1 kilogram of finished extract — concentrating compounds eight-fold.

Dual refers to using both hot water (which pulls out water-soluble polysaccharides and beta-glucans) and ethanol (which pulls out alcohol-soluble hericenones, sterols, and lipid-soluble compounds). Single-solvent extracts — water-only or alcohol-only — miss half the natural compound profile.

Suggested use is 500 mg to 1 g daily (approximately ¼ to ½ teaspoon) for the first 1–2 weeks. Once your body adjusts, gradually increase to 2–3 g daily (up to 1 teaspoon).

Consistency over weeks tends to matter more than precise daily quantity. Always consult a qualified practitioner if you have specific health conditions or are taking prescription medication.

Most people take Lion's Mane in the morning, mixed with warm water, coffee, tea, or smoothies. Some split the daily quantity across morning and afternoon. It can be taken with or without food. There's no strict time requirement — pick a time that fits your daily rhythm, since consistent daily use is what matters most.

Add the powder to a small amount of warm or hot water first, then stir thoroughly or use a frother. Once smooth, top up with your beverage of choice — milk, plant-based alternatives, coffee, tea, smoothies, or even buttermilk (chaas). Warm liquids blend more easily than cold; with cold drinks, just stir or froth a little longer.

Lion's Mane has a long history of culinary and traditional use in East Asia, and most people tolerate it well at the suggested daily range. Pregnant or nursing women, individuals on prescription medication, or those with existing health conditions should consult a qualified practitioner before use. Stop use and consult a practitioner if any unusual reactions occur. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Yes — Lion's Mane pairs naturally with coffee, tea, and other functional mushrooms like Cordyceps, Reishi, Chaga, and Turkey Tail. It's commonly stacked in daily wellness routines, and there are no known interactions between functional mushroom species. If you're combining with prescription medication, consult your practitioner first.

100% fruiting body. Never mycelium grown on grain, rice, or any starch substrate. Mycelium-on-grain products contain a large percentage of leftover grain by weight, which dilutes the compound profile — and they contain a different compound family (erinacines) instead of the fruiting body's hericenones. Our extract is processed directly from whole dried fruiting bodies for a cleaner, more concentrated Hericium erinaceus compound profile.

Yes to both. The extract is naturally vegan (mushrooms are fungi, not animal or plant), gluten-free, and contains no fillers, additives, sugars, sweeteners, preservatives, or anticaking agents. Just pure dual-extracted Hericium erinaceus fruiting body powder.

Pregnant or nursing women should consult a qualified practitioner before use. For children, traditional preparations have been used in family contexts across East Asia, but consult a paediatrician for specific guidance.

For pets: dogs under 15 kg can take 125–250 mg per day, dogs over 15 kg can take 250–500 mg per day, and cats can take 125–250 mg per day. Always introduce gradually and consult your veterinarian.

Our Lion's Mane is cultivated in sterile, controlled indoor environments to ensure consistent compound profiles batch to batch. Every batch is profiled by HPLC and the phenol-sulfuric assay to measure beta-D-glucans and document the broader compound profile. Each lot ships with its own Certificate of Analysis showing the measured values.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight — the UV-protective biophotonic glass jar is designed exactly for this. Keep the lid tightly closed between uses. Avoid storing in humid environments (bathroom shelves, near stovetops, refrigerator).

Properly stored, the extract retains its compound profile through the printed best-before date on the jar (typically 24 months from manufacture).