The Pioppino (Cyclocybe aegerita) is a gourmet Italian mushroom highly sought after for its unique texture.
Characteristics
- Color: Light to dark brown
- Flavor: Nutty, slightly vine-like
- Texture: Very crunchy, even after cooking
- Size: 3-10 cm caps in clusters
Optimal Conditions
Appreciates rich substrates. Poplar or willow sawdust gives the best results.
Harvesting Tips
Harvest whole clusters when the caps open but before sporulation. Keeps very well.
Culinary Uses
Star of Italian cuisine! Perfect in risottos, pastas, and braised dishes. Its texture withstands all types of cooking.
Growing Technical Data
| Ideal Substrate | Hardwood sawdust |
|---|---|
| Phase 1: Colonization | 21 - 28 days |
| Phase 2: Initiation | 4 - 7 days |
| Phase 3: Growth | 5 - 10 days |
| Total Cycle Duration | 30 - 45 days |
| Flushes & Spacing | 2 flushes (14 days) |
| Colonization Temp | 20-24°C |
| Fruiting Temp | 14-18°C |
| Relative Humidity | 85-95% |
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