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Tripe Fungus

Auricularia mesenterica, Auriculariaceae

Zones
3–11
Layer
Root
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Shade (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Witch's ButterTremella mesenterica
Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Leaf Cup FungusPeziza phyllogena
Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Big Laughing GymGymnopilus ventricosus

Different wood-decomposing fungi may compete for the same dead wood substrate

Uses

Functions

DecompositionNutrient CyclingSoil BuildingFood Production

Edible Parts

Fruiting Body

Medicinal Uses

Immune SupportAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Tripe Fungus grow in?

Tripe Fungus grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Tripe Fungus?

Good companions for Tripe Fungus include Witch's Butter, Leaf Cup Fungus.

Design guilds with Tripe Fungus and see companion relationships visually.

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