Mycenaceae
Bonnet mushroom: Best for Low Light
Mycena galericulata
Cultivation in home conditions is very challenging, requiring a specific substrate of decaying wood and consistently high air humidity.
Every 2 days
Low light
5° - 20°C
80% - 95%
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What is Bonnet mushroom?
Bonnet mushroom (Mycena galericulata) is a hard-care plant from the Mycenaceae family. Mycena galericulata, commonly known as the bonnet mushroom, is a common gilled mushroom belonging to the Mycenaceae family. It is characterized by a conical to bell-shaped cap with radial grooves and a typically stiff, hollow stipe. It usually grows in clusters on decaying hardwood, especially oak a...
Bonnet mushroom grows up to 10cm, spread of 5cm, watering every 2 days, 5°C – 20°C, 80–95% humidity. It is not suitable for indoor environments and safe for pets.
Unlike easy-care plants, Bonnet mushroom demands constant attention to humidity and light. Not recommended for beginners. Unlike many popular species, Bonnet mushroom is safe to keep around pets.
How to Care for Bonnet mushroom?
TLDR: Bonnet mushroom needs Low light, watering every 2 days, and temperatures between 5-20°C with 80-95% humidity.
How Often Should You Water Bonnet mushroom?
The substrate must never dry out; frequent misting with soft water is recommended.
How Much Light Does Bonnet mushroom Need?
This mushroom prefers shady locations; direct sun quickly dries it out.
What Is the Best Soil for Bonnet mushroom?
Requires decaying hardwood, ideally oak or beech.
What Pot Should You Use for Bonnet mushroom?
Cultivation is only possible on infected wood logs or in terrariums with high humidity.
Care Schedule
Misting
Every 1 days
What Is Bonnet mushroom and Where Does It Come From?
Mycena galericulata, commonly known as the bonnet mushroom, is a common gilled mushroom belonging to the Mycenaceae family. It is characterized by a conical to bell-shaped cap with radial grooves and a typically stiff, hollow stipe. It usually grows in clusters on decaying hardwood, especially oak and beech. Its color varies from grayish-brown to whitish depending on humidity.
How to Propagate Bonnet mushroom?
Spore propagation
- Sterility of the environment is key to prevent mold overgrowth.
- 1 Spore print collection
Place the cap of a mature mushroom gills-down on paper and allow the spores to drop.
- 2 Substrate inoculation
Apply spores to sterilized moist wood or sawdust.
- 3 Incubation
Keep in darkness and high humidity until the mycelium colonizes the substrate.
Materials needed:
How Big Does Bonnet mushroom Grow?
TLDR: Bonnet mushroom can reach up to 10cm tall with Fast growth rate.
Max height
10cm
Spread
5cm
Growth rate
Fast
Plant Uses
Ornamental
Great for decoration
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