Oyster Mushroom: Cultivation, Nutritional Value and Medicinal Importance – A Review

Abstract

Mushrooms are consumable fungi for all age groups. They are a rich source of high-quality food with significant biological value and they can be grown on different substrates. Due to rich protein content and low caloric value, mushrooms are particularly beneficial for individuals with heart conditions. Additionally, they contain all essential amino acids required by the human body. Oyster mushrooms are the most widely cultivated among different mushroom species. The cultivation process involves several stages: substrate preparation, spawning, incubation, fruiting, and harvesting. Under optimal conditions, this process takes about 25-30 days to achieve a healthy yield. However, in recent years, oyster mushroom production has declined, primarily due to a lack of knowledge about disease causes and outbreaks. Therefore, the objective of this is to study the cultivation of oyster mushroom and identify control measures for managing diseases that affect oyster mushroom cultivation.