Harmless Mushrooms in Houseplant Soil: Removal Tips

What They Are

Yellow mushrooms in potting soil are saprophytic fungi feeding on decaying organic matter. They do not harm the plant. Spores came with the soil mix.

Removal

1. Pluck mushrooms and surrounding loose soil.
2. Repeat as they reappear; persistence eliminates them.
3. Or apply a soil-drench fungicide labeled for mushrooms (follow label).

Prevention

• Let top half of soil dry between waterings.
• Increase light if possible.
• Use sterile, soilless mixes for future repotting.

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