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title: "my schefflera keeps growing this thin layer of mold (?), im not sure…"
description: "my schefflera keeps growing this thin layer of mold (?), im not sure what it is. what can i do? is it bad?"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/649cd7211190bf1115375ddf"
community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "Amon"
published: "2023-06-29T00:58:09.849Z"
language: "en"
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# my schefflera keeps growing this thin layer of mold (?), im not sure…

_Posted by Amon on 2023-06-29_

my schefflera keeps growing this thin layer of mold (?), im not sure what it is. what can i do? is it bad?

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## 3 comments

### Bell commented on 2023-06-29

I dilute hydrogen peroxide with water and use it to spray and bottom water my plants to fight bacteria and bugs

#### Amon replied on 2023-06-29

i'll try this, thank you!

#### Michael replied on 2023-06-29

Also sprinkle some cinnamon on the soil. It will create a hostile environment for the mold and is beneficial to the plant.

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