Desert Rose White Soil Growth: Likely Harmless Fungus

Potted Desert Roses Brought Inside for Winter

After 3 weeks indoors, white growth noticed on soil surface. Owner worries about fungus.

Probably present outside, just noticed inside. Spray with insecticidal/fungicidal neem oil (organic, safe) to be sure.

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