Mycenaceae
Walnut Mycena: Best for Low Light
Mycena crocea
As a fungus, it requires extremely high humidity and a specific substrate of decaying organic matter in a shaded, cool environment.
Every 2 days
Low light
10° - 22°C
80% - 95%
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What is Walnut Mycena?
Walnut Mycena (Mycena crocea) is a hard-care plant from the Mycenaceae family. Mycena crocea, commonly known as the Walnut Mycena, is a small, saprobic mushroom characterized by its striking orange to saffron-colored cap and stem. It typically grows on decaying wood, particularly walnut husks or buried hardwood debris. The cap is conical to bell-shaped, often with a translucen...
Walnut Mycena grows up to 8cm, spread of 15cm, watering every 2 days, 10°C – 22°C, 80–95% humidity. It is not suitable for indoor environments and safe for pets.
Unlike easy-care plants, Walnut Mycena demands constant attention to humidity and light. Not recommended for beginners. Unlike many popular species, Walnut Mycena is safe to keep around pets.
How to Care for Walnut Mycena?
TLDR: Walnut Mycena needs Low light, watering every 2 days, and temperatures between 10-22°C with 80-95% humidity.
How Often Should You Water Walnut Mycena?
Mist daily to maintain near-saturation humidity; the substrate should always feel damp to the touch.
How Much Light Does Walnut Mycena Need?
Keep in deep shade; direct sunlight will quickly desiccate the delicate fruiting bodies.
What Is the Best Soil for Walnut Mycena?
Requires a substrate rich in lignin and cellulose, specifically decaying hardwood or walnut debris.
What Pot Should You Use for Walnut Mycena?
Terrarium or humid chamber with hardwood mulch and walnut husks.
Care Schedule
Misting
Every 1 days
What Is Walnut Mycena and Where Does It Come From?
Mycena crocea, commonly known as the Walnut Mycena, is a small, saprobic mushroom characterized by its striking orange to saffron-colored cap and stem. It typically grows on decaying wood, particularly walnut husks or buried hardwood debris. The cap is conical to bell-shaped, often with a translucent-striate margin, and the gills are pale. This fungus plays a vital role in forest ecosystems by breaking down organic matter.
How to Propagate Walnut Mycena?
Spore Dispersal
- Maintain constant moisture without standing water
- Ensure the temperature remains cool
- 1 Spore Collection
Place a mature cap on white paper or glass under a jar to collect a spore print.
- 2 Substrate Preparation
Sterilize a mix of hardwood sawdust and crushed walnut shells.
- 3 Inoculation
Introduce spores to the moist substrate in a sterile, high-humidity environment.
Materials needed:
How Big Does Walnut Mycena Grow?
TLDR: Walnut Mycena can reach up to 8cm tall with Fast growth rate.
Max height
8cm
Spread
15cm
Growth rate
Fast
Plant Uses
Ornamental
Great for decoration
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Meaning & Symbolism
Represents the hidden beauty of decay and the cycle of forest renewal.
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