What Is Lion's Mane Mushroom? Uses, Nutrition & How to Use It

If you've ever seen a Lion's Mane mushroom growing, you probably understand where its name comes from.

Instead of the familiar cap-and-stem shape of many mushrooms, Lion's Mane (Hericium erinaceus) grows in a round, shaggy cluster of white spines that can look surprisingly similar to a lion's mane.