Finding Horn of Plenty: when, where and in what weather?
Craterellus cornucopioides
This mushroom lives in symbiosis with the roots of living trees (mycorrhiza) – without fitting trees it does not grow. The main season for Horn of Plenty is August to November.
When is the season for Horn of Plenty?
The main season covers August to November. Occasional finds are possible from July to December. When it starts in a given year depends on the weather: after rain and with mild temperatures, mushrooms can appear earlier.
Growth weight per month (higher = better conditions)
Where does Horn of Plenty grow?
- Preferred trees: Beech, Oak, other tree species.
- Soil pH: best between 5.5 and 7.5 (possible from 4.5 to 8.5).
- Elevation: most common between 50 and 900 m above sea level (possible from 0 to 1,300 m).
- Forest nearby is a prerequisite.
In what weather does Horn of Plenty grow?
Growth is best at air temperatures from 8 to 22 °C, a humidity of 65–95 % and about 10–35 mm of rain in the last seven days.
Waldschatzfinder calculates the growth probability for your spot every day from this – with the weather of the last three months and the 10-day forecast, with an account also with soil, elevation, forest and tree species. It is a guide, not a promise.
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Frequently asked questions about Horn of Plenty
When does Horn of Plenty grow?
The main season of Horn of Plenty is August to November; occasional finds are possible from July to December.
Where do I find Horn of Plenty?
This mushroom lives in symbiosis with the roots of living trees (mycorrhiza) – without fitting trees it does not grow. Preferred trees: Beech, Oak, other tree species. Forest nearby is a prerequisite.
In what weather does Horn of Plenty grow?
Growth is best at air temperatures from 8 to 22 °C, a humidity of 65–95 % and about 10–35 mm of rain in the last seven days.
Is there a forecast for Horn of Plenty?
Yes. Waldschatzfinder calculates the daily growth probability of Horn of Plenty for your spot – free, with the weather of the last three months and the 10-day forecast; with an account also with soil, elevation, forest and tree species.