Source-reviewed species profile
Lion's mane Hericium erinaceus
A white compact mass of long hanging spines without a distinct cap. This profile covers broad field features, season and habitat for learning.
Where can I find lion's mane?
On wounds, cavities and dead wood of mature deciduous trees.
In Mycoverse you can select Lion's mane and compare candidate search areas using a species-specific assessment of rainfall, estimated soil moisture, temperature, forest type, tree signals, canopy cover, terrain and season. Where source coverage is available, the assessment also uses historical species observations. Historical observations are historical data, not recent finds.
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Field features
- A white compact mass of long hanging spines without a distinct cap.
Habitat and search guidance
On wounds, cavities and dead wood of mature deciduous trees.
Months
August–November
Safety status
This species has no Norwegian food status in the library’s Norm List basis and is therefore not presented as food. Not presented as a food mushroom. This profile supports learning and safer boundaries; it does not approve a finding.
Sources and review status
Last reviewed: 30 September 2026.