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Northern Short-stalked Truffle

Rhizopogon vesiculosus, Rhizopogonaceae

Zones
3–8
Layer
Root
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Shade (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

White Dyeball FungusPisolithus albus
Nutrient AccumulationNurse Plant
Western Amethyst DeceiverLaccaria amethysteo-occidentalis
Nutrient Accumulation
White Pine BoleteSuillus placidus
Nutrient AccumulationPhysical Support

Antagonistic Plants

Shaggy False TruffleRhizopogon villosulus

Closely related Rhizopogon species compete for the same conifer host roots and soil territory

Uses

Functions

Mycorrhizal PartnershipNutrient CyclingSoil BuildingCarbon Sequestration

Edible Parts

Fruiting Body

Common Questions

What zones does Northern Short-stalked Truffle grow in?

Northern Short-stalked Truffle grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Northern Short-stalked Truffle?

Good companions for Northern Short-stalked Truffle include White Dyeball Fungus, Western Amethyst Deceiver, White Pine Bolete.

Design guilds with Northern Short-stalked Truffle and see companion relationships visually.

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