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Finding St. George's Mushroom: when, where and in what weather?

Calocybe gambosa ·

This mushroom grows on meadows, pastures and in open places. The main season for St. George's Mushroom is May to June.

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When is the season for St. George's Mushroom?

The main season covers May to June. Occasional finds are possible from April to June. 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)

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Where does St. George's Mushroom grow?

  • This mushroom is not tied to particular tree species.
  • Soil pH: best between 6.0 and 8.5 (possible from 6.0 to 9.0).
  • Elevation: most common between 0 and 1,000 m above sea level (possible from 0 to 1,500 m).
  • Prefers open areas such as meadows, pastures and forest edges.

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How nutritious is St. George's Mushroom?

Mushrooms are low in calories yet surprisingly rich in protein for a vegetable – good food after a hike.

  • about 20–35 kcal per 100 g, raw
  • about 2–4 g protein per 100 g
  • about 1–3 g fibre, under 1 g fat
  • plus potassium, B vitamins (mainly niacin and riboflavin) and selenium

Wild mushrooms grown outdoors get sunlight and form vitamin D as a result – more than most commercially grown mushrooms raised in the dark.

General guide values for edible wild mushrooms in general, raw; they vary by species, site and maturity. Not dietary advice.

Preserving St. George's Mushroom

Smells strongly of meal; the aroma keeps well when cooked and frozen.

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In what weather does St. George's Mushroom grow?

Growth is best at air temperatures from 6 to 24 °C, a humidity of 55–90 % and about 0–25 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 St. George's Mushroom

When does St. George's Mushroom grow?

The main season of St. George's Mushroom is May to June; occasional finds are possible from April to June.

Where do I find St. George's Mushroom?

This mushroom grows on meadows, pastures and in open places. This mushroom is not tied to particular tree species. Prefers open areas such as meadows, pastures and forest edges.

In what weather does St. George's Mushroom grow?

Growth is best at air temperatures from 6 to 24 °C, a humidity of 55–90 % and about 0–25 mm of rain in the last seven days.

Is there a forecast for St. George's Mushroom?

Yes. Waldschatzfinder calculates the daily growth probability of St. George's Mushroom 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. The mushroom alert tells you as soon as the chances rise at your favourite place.

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