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Flammulina ononidis

Flammulina ononidis is a small European relative of the velvet shank that grows from the roots of restharrow (Ononis, mainly O. spinosa) in dry calcareous grassland. Described by Arnolds in 1977, it fruits from October to January, appearing from the ground beside its host. It is rarely recorded and not in cultivation.

Flammulina ononidis
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At home, aim for
Day Cool-growingTargets in Plantistry
Night Close to the dayTargets in Plantistry
Humidity Very humid airBand in Plantistry
Light Bright, filtered lightDLI and PPFD in Plantistry
Expects a seasonal rest

Where it grows wild

Grows on the woody roots of restharrow (Ononis) in dry, often calcareous grassland and clearings; records mention calcareous soil and buried wood.

Recorded at 117–860 m, median 117 m.

Central EuropeWestern EuropeSouthern Europe

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✓ Substrate and airflow
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