Finding Parasol Mushroom: when, where and in what weather?
Macrolepiota procera ·
This mushroom grows on meadows, pastures and in open places. The main season for Parasol Mushroom is June to October.
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When is the season for Parasol Mushroom?
The main season covers June to October. Occasional finds are possible from April to November. 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 Parasol Mushroom grow?
- This mushroom is not tied to particular tree species.
- Soil pH: best between 5.0 and 8.0 (possible from 4.0 to 9.0).
- Elevation: most common between 0 and 1,000 m above sea level (possible from 0 to 2,000 m).
- Grows in forests as well as at forest edges and in open areas. Copes with dryness better than many other mushrooms.
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How nutritious is Parasol 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 Parasol Mushroom
- Drying: possible
- Freezing: cooked only
- Also good: Powder
The caps are usually cooked fresh and can be frozen fried. Dry the tough stems and grind them to powder.
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In what weather does Parasol Mushroom grow?
Growth is best at air temperatures from 6 to 22 °C, a humidity of 55–95 % and about 5–30 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 Parasol Mushroom
When does Parasol Mushroom grow?
The main season of Parasol Mushroom is June to October; occasional finds are possible from April to November.
Where do I find Parasol Mushroom?
This mushroom grows on meadows, pastures and in open places. This mushroom is not tied to particular tree species. Grows in forests as well as at forest edges and in open areas.
In what weather does Parasol Mushroom grow?
Growth is best at air temperatures from 6 to 22 °C, a humidity of 55–95 % and about 5–30 mm of rain in the last seven days.
Is there a forecast for Parasol Mushroom?
Yes. Waldschatzfinder calculates the daily growth probability of Parasol 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.