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White Dyeball Fungus

Pisolithus albus, Sclerodermataceae

Zones
6–9
Layer
Root
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerDynamic AccumulatorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)

Water

Moderate (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

4.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Northern Short-stalked TruffleRhizopogon vesiculosus
Nutrient AccumulationNurse Plant
Earthstar PuffballScleroderma geaster
Nutrient Accumulation
Desert Stalked PuffballPhellorinia herculeana
Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Small-spored DyeballPisolithus microcarpus

Same genus dyeball fungi compete intensely for identical host tree partnerships and soil resources

Uses

Functions

Mycorrhizal AssociationSoil BuildingNutrient CyclingDecompositionTree Health Support

Common Questions

What zones does White Dyeball Fungus grow in?

White Dyeball Fungus grows in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9.

Is White Dyeball Fungus a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, White Dyeball Fungus is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for White Dyeball Fungus?

Good companions for White Dyeball Fungus include Northern Short-stalked Truffle, Earthstar Puffball, Desert Stalked Puffball.

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