What are the main threats to lion’s mane mushroom, and how is it protected?

The main threats to the lion’s mane mushroom include habitat loss and degradation—such as from logging and the removal of old trees—as well as from diseases and overharvesting. Conservation efforts include protection of old-growth forests, sustainable forest management, and responsible harvesting. It is protected by law in Serbia, Croatia, Slovenia, Hungary, Poland, Sweden, and the United Kingdom.