1/2 Lb. Bear's Head Tooth

Hericium Americanum or Bear’s Head Tooth is a mushroom that grows in the Pacific Northwest. Like all other types of Hericium, it contains a compound called “erinacines” which is increasingly being studied for it’s neuroprotective effects and has shown potential in treating Alzheimer's disease and dementia.

• Antidepressant
• Cognitive enhancement
• Neuroprotective

Similar to other Hericiums, they grow downward spines that resemble fungal icicles.  As a edible mushroom it’s pleasant, nutty taste and mild odor, this mushroom just may become your new culinary favorite!