Tiger Sawgill

Lentinus tigrinus, Polyporaceae

Zones

5–9

Layer

Root

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)

Water

Moderate (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Cloud Ear MushroomAuricularia polytricha

Nutrient Accumulation

Dryad's SaddlePolyporus squamosus

Nutrient Accumulation

Candlesnuff FungusXylaria hypoxylon

Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Umbrella PolyporePolyporus umbellatus

Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Brown Beech MushroomHypsizygus marmoreus

Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Phoenix Oyster MushroomPleurotus cornucopiae

Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Uses

Functions

Wood DecompositionSoil BuildingNutrient CyclingForest Floor Conditioning

Edible Parts

Young Caps

Medicinal Uses

Digestive Support

Common Questions

What zones does Tiger Sawgill grow in?

Tiger Sawgill grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Tiger Sawgill?

Good companions for Tiger Sawgill include Cloud Ear Mushroom, Dryad's Saddle, Candlesnuff Fungus, Umbrella Polypore, Brown Beech Mushroom.

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