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Camphor Cortinarius Plant Care
Cortinarius camphoratus
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This unique mushroom boasts a striking bright orange cap that is reminiscent of a sunset. Originating from Europe and North America, Cortinarius camphoratus is highly sought after by plant collectors for its pleasant camphor-like scent and its potential medicinal properties. Its distinct appearance and aromatic qualities make it a valuable addition to any collection.
Every 7–14 days
Bright indirect
50–70°F
60–80%
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How do you care for Camphor Cortinarius?
Water Camphor Cortinarius every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 50–70°F (10–21°C) and 60–80% humidity. Fertilize it every 2 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Camphor Cortinarius Native To?
- Albania
- Austria
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Bulgaria
- Canada
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czechia
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Mexico
- Moldova
- Montenegro
- North Macedonia
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Russia
- Serbia
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- The Netherlands
- Ukraine
- United Kingdom
- United States
What Is the Camphor Cortinarius?
Camphor Cortinarius (Cortinarius camphoratus) belongs to the Cortinariaceae family within the Cortinarius genus. Camphor Cortinarius is native to Europe, North America. Camphor Cortinarius is also known as Camphor Mushroom.
Camphor Cortinarius displays a clumped, mycorrhizal growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately . Camphor Cortinarius produces none.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Camphor Cortinarius?
Cortinarius camphoratus requires watering every 7–14 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Camphor Cortinarius Need?
Camphor Cortinarius thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Camphor Cortinarius in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Camphor Cortinarius Prefer?
Cortinarius camphoratus grows best at temperatures of 50–70°F. Camphor Cortinarius prefers humidity levels of 60–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
50–70°F
Humidity
60–80%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Camphor Cortinarius?
Well-draining soil mix. Good drainage is essential for Camphor Cortinarius to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Camphor Cortinarius?
Feed Camphor Cortinarius every 2 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 2 months
During the growing season
The PlantoScan app can remind you when to water and when to fertilize each plant.
How Do You Repot a Camphor Cortinarius?
Repot every 1-2 years in springtime. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Camphor Cortinarius?
Camphor Cortinarius can be propagated through spores.
Is the Camphor Cortinarius Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Camphor Cortinarius, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
Never eat a wild mushroom based on an app identification. Many mushrooms have poisonous lookalikes, and edibility must never be judged from an app.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Camphor Cortinarius?
Camphor Cortinarius is susceptible to n/a (pest resistant). Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
Keep exploring plants
Camphor Cortinarius is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Cortinarius genus (family Cortinariaceae) — search all Cortinarius species in the plant lookup.
Camphor Cortinarius thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Cortinarius camphoratus, family Cortinariaceae — World Flora Online.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Camphor Cortinarius, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: W Rao, CC BY 4.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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