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Willow mushroom Plant Care
Pluteus salicinus
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The Pluteus salicinus is easily identified by its striking pink gills that contrast beautifully with its white cap. This unique mushroom species originates from North America and Europe, where it can be found growing on decaying hardwood logs. Plant collectors are drawn to the Pluteus salicinus for its vibrant colors and intricate gill patterns, making it a desirable addition to any collection.
Every 7–14 days
Bright indirect
60–75°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Willow mushroom?
Water Willow mushroom every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 50–70% humidity.
Where Is the Willow mushroom 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 Willow mushroom?
Willow mushroom (Pluteus salicinus) belongs to the Pluteaceae family within the Pluteus genus. Willow mushroom is native to North America, Europe.
Willow mushroom displays a clustering, mycorrhizal growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately . Willow mushroom produces none.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Willow mushroom?
Pluteus salicinus 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 Willow mushroom Need?
Willow mushroom thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Willow mushroom in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Willow mushroom Prefer?
Pluteus salicinus grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Willow mushroom prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Willow mushroom?
Well-draining, rich organic mix. Good drainage is essential for Willow mushroom to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Do You Repot a Willow mushroom?
Every 1-2 years ~ flower: None. 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 Willow mushroom?
Willow mushroom can be propagated through spores.
Is the Willow mushroom Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Willow mushroom, 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 Willow mushroom?
Willow mushroom is susceptible to none known. 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
Willow mushroom 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 Pluteus genus (family Pluteaceae) — search all Pluteus species in the plant lookup.
Willow mushroom thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Pluteus salicinus, family Pluteaceae — World Flora Online.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Willow mushroom, 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: Public domain, CC0 1.0, 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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