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Plant Care
Parasol mushroom
(Macrolepiota procera)
Also Known As
Parasol mushroom, Giant parasol mushroom, Honey mushroom
About This Plant
Macrolepiota procera is a large, edible mushroom with a cap that can reach up to 30cm (12 inches) in diameter. The stem can grow up to 40cm (16 inches) tall and 5cm (2 inches) in diameter. The cap is white or cream-colored, with brownish scales, and the stem is white and smooth. The gills are white and crowded, and the spores are elliptical and smooth.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
Cap can reach up to 30cm (12 inches) in diameter, stem can grow up to 40cm (16 inches) tall and 5cm (2 inches) in diameter.
Light Requirements
Macrolepiota procera prefers full sun to partial shade.
Humidity Needs
It prefers a moderate to high humidity level, around 50-70%.
Fertilizing Schedule
It does not require fertilizer.
Pruning Guidelines
Not applicable
Common Pests and Diseases
Macrolepiota procera is generally not affected by pests or diseases.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor cultivation.
Watering Schedule
It requires regular watering during the growing season, but it should be watered less frequently during dry periods.
Temperature Range
It grows best in temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F).
Growing Season
The growing season for Macrolepiota procera is from late summer to early autumn.
Growing Difficulty Level
Macrolepiota procera is relatively easy to grow, but it requires specific growing conditions and can be difficult to cultivate in some regions.
USDA Hardiness Zones
Macrolepiota procera is not a plant and does not have a USDA hardiness zone.
Did You Know?
The parasol mushroom got its name from its large, umbrella-shaped cap that resembles a parasol or umbrella.
