Yellow Fungal Growth in Spider Plant Pot

Teresa repotted a spider plant and found bright yellow, stalk-like fungal growths (1.5-2 inches) plus tiny yellow beads on soil/roots. Smells mushroomy.

Diagnosis

Poorly draining potting soil growing mold. Indicates soil stays too wet.

Fix

1. Mix more perlite into soil for drainage.
2. Let soil dry ≥3 days before watering.
3. Spray soil surface with Lysol to kill mold.

Drainage + dryness prevents recurrence.