None (Mycena epipterygia var. viscosa)

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None Plant Care

Mycena epipterygia var. viscosa

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Mycena epipterygia var. viscosa is characterized by its sticky, translucent cap that can vary in color from whitish to yellowish. This mushroom is typically found growing on decaying wood in damp forests and is noted for its distinctive appearance. It has lookalikes, and edibility must never be judged from an app.

Water

Every 3–7 days

Light

Bright indirect

Temp

45°F

Humidity

80–90%

At a glance

How do you care for None?

Water None every 3–7 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 45°F (7°C) and above and 80–90% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.

Where Is the None Native To?

Native range43 countries

What Is the None?

None (Mycena epipterygia var. viscosa) belongs to the Mycenaceae family within the Mycena genus. None is native to North America, Europe.

None displays a clumping, small growth habit, reaching up to 2 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. None produces none.

How Often Should You Water a None?

Mycena epipterygia var. viscosa requires watering every 3–7 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 3–7 days

Let soil partially dry between waterings

What Light Does the None Need?

None thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing None in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.

Light Requirement

Bright indirect

What Temperature and Humidity Does the None Prefer?

Mycena epipterygia var. viscosa grows best at temperatures of 45°F. None prefers humidity levels of 80–90%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.

Temperature

45°F

Humidity

80–90%

What Soil Mix Works Best for a None?

Well-draining soil mix. Good drainage is essential for None to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

How Often Should You Fertilize a None?

Feed None every month 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 month

During the growing season

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How Do You Repot a None?

Repot every 1-2 years in spring or early summer. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.

Is the None Toxic to Pets and Children?

Pet safety not verified

The ASPCA does not list None, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.

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 None?

None is susceptible to slugs, snails, molds. 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

None 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 Mycena genus (family Mycenaceae) — search all Mycena species in the plant lookup.

None thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.

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Sources

  • Scientific name & taxonomy: Mycena epipterygia var. viscosa, family Mycenaceae — World Flora Online.
  • Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list None, 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: AI-generated illustration (labelled on the image).
  • 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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