Staff Answer
Jun 28, 2022 - 02:08 PM
Fungal growth around the roots of a Haworthia strongly suggests overwatering. Haworthia are one of the most drought tolerant of succulents and only need water once every couple of weeks, or when the plant appears to be wrinkly.
The pot and soil should be considered as well. A pot with a drainage hole will allow excess moisture to leave, which will discourage the fungus from growing. It would be best if that pot was filled with a mineral soil, because that will resist fungal growth better than potting soil will, by not holding on to water.
If the watering is reduced, the plant is in a mineral soil, it's pot has a drainage hole and you're still seeing mushrooms grow, a fan and stronger light will help.
The pot and soil should be considered as well. A pot with a drainage hole will allow excess moisture to leave, which will discourage the fungus from growing. It would be best if that pot was filled with a mineral soil, because that will resist fungal growth better than potting soil will, by not holding on to water.
If the watering is reduced, the plant is in a mineral soil, it's pot has a drainage hole and you're still seeing mushrooms grow, a fan and stronger light will help.
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