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Scaly Wood Mushroom

Agaricus sylvaticus, Agaricaceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Root
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Beneficial Insect HabitatMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Bare Arbuscular Mycorrhizal FungusGlomus etunicatum
Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Sprouting CordycepsCordyceps sobolifera
Pest Deterrent

Antagonistic Plants

Aborted EntolomaEntoloma abortivum

Soil-dwelling fungi competing for organic matter and potentially producing inhibitory compounds

Uses

Functions

DecompositionNutrient CyclingSoil BuildingOrganic Matter Breakdown

Edible Parts

Mushroom CapsYoung Stems

Common Questions

What zones does Scaly Wood Mushroom grow in?

Scaly Wood Mushroom grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Scaly Wood Mushroom?

Good companions for Scaly Wood Mushroom include Bare Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungus, Sprouting Cordyceps.

Design guilds with Scaly Wood Mushroom and see companion relationships visually.

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