The Maitake mushroom (Grifola frondosa) is native to China, Japan and North America.

You’ll find this mushroom in forests, often at the base of oak, maple or sometimes elm trees.

Mushrooms have been prized for their flavor in culinary dishes, as well as their health benefits. Some health benefits include, lowering cholesterol and building stronger immune systems.

In the past, when people found Maitake mushrooms, they would dance for joy knowing they would be paid handsomely for their find.

Maitake mushrooms have no contraindications.