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title: "What’s up with my money tree? Is this mold? Is it harmful? Did I…"
description: "What’s up with my money tree? Is this mold? Is it harmful? Did I water too much? How do I remediate? The rest of the plant looks healthy and has new growth."
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community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "Nickel"
published: "2024-10-11T15:34:17.567247Z"
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# What’s up with my money tree? Is this mold? Is it harmful? Did I…

_Posted by Nickel on 2024-10-11_

What’s up with my money tree? Is this mold? Is it harmful? Did I water too much? How do I remediate? The rest of the plant looks healthy and has new growth.

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## 3 comments

### Kades commented on 2024-10-11

This looks like saprophytic fungi. They feed on decaying plant matter. It’s not harmful to the plant but an indicator your soil needs more air flow or less water. to treat you can use a natural anti fungal or hydrogen peroxide dilution.

#### Nickel replied on 2024-10-11

Thank you! I broke up the soil a bit and will hold off on watering until it’s more dry.

### eatyacarbs commented on 2024-10-12

agree with kades! i’ll add that i would repot 🤷 i’d put it in terra cotta just one size larger with a bit of fresh soil

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