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Luminous Hen-of-the-Woods

Grifola lucens, Grifolaceae

Zones
4–9
Layer
Root
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Shade (preferred)

Water

Moderate (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Short-stalked CauliflowerSparassis brevipes
Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Jelly ToothPseudohydnum gelatinosum
Nutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

Bulbous Honey MushroomArmillaria gallica

Both are aggressive wood decay fungi that compete for the same host trees and may inhibit each other

Uses

Functions

DecompositionNutrient CyclingSoil BuildingFood Production

Edible Parts

Fruiting Body

Medicinal Uses

Immune SupportAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Luminous Hen-of-the-Woods grow in?

Luminous Hen-of-the-Woods grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Luminous Hen-of-the-Woods?

Good companions for Luminous Hen-of-the-Woods include Short-stalked Cauliflower, Jelly Tooth.

Design guilds with Luminous Hen-of-the-Woods and see companion relationships visually.

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