MAITAKE

A forest mushroom long treasured for nourishment.

Maitake (Grifola frondosa), often called “Hen of the Woods,” is a beautiful clustered mushroom that grows at the base of hardwood trees in cool forests. Its ruffled layers resemble feathers or leaves, giving the mushroom its distinctive appearance and its poetic Japanese name, which translates to “dancing mushroom.”

When used in cooking or simmered into broth, maitake offers a rich, savory flavor with deep earthy notes and a naturally satisfying umami character. It brings warmth and complexity to soups, broths, and slow-simmered dishes.

For generations, maitake has been valued in traditional food cultures for both its flavor and its nourishing qualities. Its presence in the kitchen reflects a long relationship between people and the forest’s seasonal gifts.

Carefully sourced and prepared in small batches by Immaculata Herb Farm, Maitake Mushroom brings the grounding flavor of woodland harvests to your pantry—earthy, comforting, and deeply rooted in tradition.

40 g