Bolbitiaceae
milky conecap: Ground Cover Plant
Conocybe apala
This is a wild fungus that requires high humidity and decaying organic matter; it is not typically cultivated as a houseplant.
Every 2 days
Low light
15° - 28°C
70% - 95%
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What is milky conecap?
milky conecap (Conocybe apala) is a medium-care plant from the Bolbitiaceae family. Conocybe apala, commonly known as the milky conecap, is a saprobic mushroom that frequently appears in lawns, pastures, and compost heaps. It is characterized by its fragile, pale cream to white conical cap and thin, brittle stem. These mushrooms are ephemeral, often appearing in the early morning a...
milky conecap grows up to 10cm, spread of 5cm, watering every 2 days, 15°C – 28°C, 70–95% humidity. It is not suitable for indoor environments and not safe for pets.
Without precautions, ingestion can cause irritation in pets. Keep out of reach of cats and dogs.
How to Care for milky conecap?
TLDR: milky conecap needs Low light, watering every 2 days, and temperatures between 15-28°C with 70-95% humidity.
How Often Should You Water milky conecap?
Keep the substrate constantly damp; the mushroom will only appear when the surface remains wet for several hours.
How Much Light Does milky conecap Need?
Prefers shaded areas or indirect morning light; direct afternoon sun will cause the fruiting body to wither rapidly.
What Is the Best Soil for milky conecap?
Requires soil rich in decaying grass roots or manure with consistent moisture.
What Pot Should You Use for milky conecap?
Not suitable for pots; thrives best in nitrogen-rich lawns or mulched garden beds.
Care Schedule
Misting
Every 1 days
What Is milky conecap and Where Does It Come From?
Conocybe apala, commonly known as the milky conecap, is a saprobic mushroom that frequently appears in lawns, pastures, and compost heaps. It is characterized by its fragile, pale cream to white conical cap and thin, brittle stem. These mushrooms are ephemeral, often appearing in the early morning after rain or heavy dew and collapsing by midday when exposed to the sun.
How to Propagate milky conecap?
Spore Dispersal
- Requires very specific moisture levels to trigger mycelium growth.
- Naturally occurs where grass is frequently mowed and watered.
- 1 Spore Collection
Place a mature cap on a piece of white paper or glass to collect a cinnamon-brown spore print.
- 2 Substrate Preparation
Prepare a mix of damp soil and well-rotted manure or grass clippings.
- 3 Inoculation
Scatter the spores over the moist substrate and maintain high humidity.
Materials needed:
How Big Does milky conecap Grow?
TLDR: milky conecap can reach up to 10cm tall with Fast growth rate.
Max height
10cm
Spread
5cm
Growth rate
Fast
Warning: Toxic Plant
This plant can be toxic if ingested. Keep out of reach of:
Plant Uses
Ground Cover
Soil coverage
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Meaning & Symbolism
Represents the fleeting nature of life due to its short-lived fruiting cycle.
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