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title: "My monstera is looking amazing. But I found yellow mold? I think? On…"
description: "My monstera is looking amazing. But I found yellow mold? I think? On the top of her soil today, any suggestions? Also adding the monstera in the white pot that…"
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community: "Monstera Maniacs"
author: "Bristanton"
published: "2024-02-10T00:15:59.670367Z"
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# My monstera is looking amazing. But I found yellow mold? I think? On…

_Posted by Bristanton on 2024-02-10_

My monstera is looking amazing. But I found yellow mold? I think? On the top of her soil today, any suggestions?

Also adding the monstera in the white pot that I propagated from this mama

I found the same sort of yellow mold/fungus, PLUS some mushrooms 😫 they are my favorite, send help

![Attachment 1 of 3](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/e6CA7_2WxczfGeoqTjGVT6qFaJK4hwDEijOVjnweBj4/8NehsoibSh2zsm6uhc-ayA.webp?size=large)

![Attachment 2 of 3](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/e6CA7_2WxczfGeoqTjGVT6qFaJK4hwDEijOVjnweBj4/LAKhKjJNS8GLWKlpKXqQ2Q.webp?size=large)

![Attachment 3 of 3](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/e6CA7_2WxczfGeoqTjGVT6qFaJK4hwDEijOVjnweBj4/kMv3Ts29TeSpSOP5QLeEJg.webp?size=large)

## 4 comments

### Mullein commented on 2024-02-10

All the yellow spots are mushrooms starting to sprout up. I’ve had that exact kind before. I have a hunch that the spores travel in soil mixes. They seem totally harmless though. However, I still like to dig them out before they grow, because the spores are kinda messy when the “umbrella” opens and puffs dust in a ~6” radius

### Bay Area Plant Mom commented on 2024-02-10

those are mushrooms! it’s a sign of a healthy soil I was told 🫠 mine pop up in my SOH 💓

#### Plant Father replied on 2024-02-10

your string of hearts might be overwatered. the soil should dry out completely between waterings and this will discourage excessive fungal growth

### Plant Father commented on 2024-02-10

your monstera might be overwatered. mushrooms are a sign of healthy soil (some amount of fungi help create a miniature ecosystem to support your plant’s roots) but typically fungi will produce their fruits (mushrooms) in a very moist environment. the soil should be totally dry at least a few inches down before you water your monstera again

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