2. Introduction to Mushroom
Mushroom is a fungi producing a fleshy fruiting body, especially one consisting of a stalk
with an umbrella cap.
It has two part:
Cap like structure is known as PILEUS.
Attached with thread like structure MYCELIA.
Mycelia absorb nutrient from the soil, it do not require sun light for their growth.
12. Temperature Requirement for
Mushrooms
Name Temperature
Requirement
Relative Humidity Duration
Button Mushroom 20 to 280 C 80 to 90 % 50 to 60 days
Milky Mushroom 30 to 350 C 90 % 57 to 60 days
Oyster Mushroom 20 to 300 C 55 to 70 % 45 to 60 days