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What is Coprinus?

Coprinus comatus is primarily known in German by the names "Schopf-Tintling" (shaggy mane) and "Spargelpilz" (asparagus mushroom). The young mushroom has an elongated, light-colored cap with characteristic scales.

A distinctive feature becomes apparent as it matures: the fruiting body begins to dissolve, forming a dark liquid – which is also the origin of the name "Tintling" (ink cap).

From ink substitute to medicinal mushroom

Coprinus owes its name, ink cap, to a special characteristic: as it matures, the gills and parts of the fruit body dissolve into a dark liquid.
This was actually used as a substitute for ink in the past.

When young, the Coprinus is also known as an edible mushroom. Due to its mild flavor, it is also called the asparagus mushroom.

A special mushroom with a long history

Coprinus comatus is known as a culinary mushroom, the shaggy mane or lawyer's wig, and is particularly notable for its unusual transformation during maturation.

Coprinus products

Organic Coprinus Powder Capsules

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Organic Coprinus Powder

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Organic Coprinus Extract + Powder Capsules

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Organic Coprinus Extract Capsules

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Getting to know Coprinus better

Where does the name Coprinus come from?

What does Coprinus look like and where does the mushroom grow?

Coprinus in the kitchen

Coprinus is known as an edible mushroom, although only young fruit bodies are used for this purpose before the characteristic dissolution process begins.

Due to its mild taste, it is also known as the asparagus mushroom. Fresh fruit bodies have a limited shelf life and should be processed accordingly soon after harvesting.