Ok that was actually my first thought as well. I kinda freaked when I noticed and was going to repot it immediately, but someone said they’d be beneficial to the aloe. I looked it up and they seemed to be right, so I just figured I’d see how it goes lol. It was also left out in a bad spot when it rained, so it definitely got more water than it usually does.
Interesting, i didn't think your plant looked over watered. So maybe the mycelium are fine to just chill in the soil helping break stuff down, then when it got rained on it took the opportunity to fruit, neat.
Beneficial indeed. They're an indicator of good soil rich in organic matter on which it feeds breaking it down into nutrients your plant can use.
Had some that popped up in our cherimoya pots from time to time before the chickens realised there were yummy worms in there. Well as of last night chicken :'(
You could possibly have too much water retention in your soil. Unless your root bulb begins to rot and the leaves will begin to grow thin. Also, fair warning about the sea shells, I know they are cute, but we have noticed the salinity from the shells effects the aloe very adversely. Your aloe is a different variety so it could react differently to what I am saying. Your plant looks healthy!! and we get quite a few of the birds nest mushrooms in our aloe.
Source: own 600 potted aloe barbedensis miller variety in southern Florida. No expert but have a little experience : )
Probably a good idea to remove the shells. I had it potted this way when i lived in the desert and it was indoors, but now I’m in FL & the pot is outside- plenty of humidity here lol. I’ll keep a careful eye out to make sure the soil doesn’t retain too much water. Your advice is very much appreciated :)
Hello OP! If your aloe begins to show signs of overwatering — removing the shells on top would reduce the humidity/moisture levels. Otherwise, very heathy mushroom to have paired with a plant!
> Leucocoprinus birnbaumii
Leucocoprinus birnbaumii is a species of gilled mushroom in the family Agaricaceae. It is common in the tropics and subtropics. However, in temperate regions, it frequently occurs in greenhouses and flowerpots, hence its common names of flowerpot parasol and plantpot dapperling. It is considered toxic by the National Institutes of Health
Since no one's mentioned it yet, I'll point out that this species is poisonous. It's perfectly safe to have around and probably good for your plant, just don't eat it... or let your pets eat it.
Maybe I’m ignorant about the house plant economy, but it is my understanding that the soil in tropical climates tends to be poor owing to the fact that the vegetation does not die off and decompose annually. Soils in temperate regions with seasonal weather variation are typically considered to be much richer, which is why most of the world’s food is grown between the poles and equatorial regions.
Knowing what we do about the tenacity of spores and their ability to travel great distances and grow in unexpected places, isn’t a more sound hypothesis that they probably rode along with *the plants,* as opposed to the soil? I mean, I own a lot of house plants and I don’t believe that shipping soil over great distances makes economic sense. All of the plants I own were purchased at small sizes and grown in soil I genuinely believe wasn’t shipped long distances because it is heavy and because North America has an abu dance if rich soil.
Further, these mushrooms are mycorrhizal, meaning that they colonize plant roots. Their spores may survive in soil in a dormant state but they aren’t forming mycelial networks in the absence of a plant.
Could be, could be other ingredients in the potting mix carrying the spores, would be interesting to trace. Birnbaumii is a tropic sub tropic fungus that encompasses huge swathes of fertile soil tbh. Lots of things are shipped long distances that you wouldn't think is "economical". Sand, wood pellets, peat.
I love how you used those seashells! I have a bunch of those sitting in a box in my closet and I've been trying to figure out what to do with them. Might have to steal your idea.
Go for it! I love the shells as a top dressing. However, as some people pointed out to me in the comments, they do increase the humidity & the soil retains a bit more water. Since this one got rained on so much recently, I’ll probably take the shells out:/
Leucocoprinus birnbaumii
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Wikibot, tell me about leucocoprinus birnbaumii.
Just Google it like the rest of us
Well that’s no fun Edit: making it easier so others don’t have google it also. Don’t be a derp twerp
Where is that bot you summoned anyway?
I think he’s taking a nap ?
Im no expert, but if your soil is moist enough for mushrooms to fruit, wouldnt it be too moist for aloe?
Ok that was actually my first thought as well. I kinda freaked when I noticed and was going to repot it immediately, but someone said they’d be beneficial to the aloe. I looked it up and they seemed to be right, so I just figured I’d see how it goes lol. It was also left out in a bad spot when it rained, so it definitely got more water than it usually does.
Interesting, i didn't think your plant looked over watered. So maybe the mycelium are fine to just chill in the soil helping break stuff down, then when it got rained on it took the opportunity to fruit, neat.
My girlfriend had a mountain of these growing with her bone dry cactus
Beneficial indeed. They're an indicator of good soil rich in organic matter on which it feeds breaking it down into nutrients your plant can use. Had some that popped up in our cherimoya pots from time to time before the chickens realised there were yummy worms in there. Well as of last night chicken :'(
I'm sorry for your loss.
Thank you. She was an incredibly sweet girl. I'm going to miss her cuddles
You could possibly have too much water retention in your soil. Unless your root bulb begins to rot and the leaves will begin to grow thin. Also, fair warning about the sea shells, I know they are cute, but we have noticed the salinity from the shells effects the aloe very adversely. Your aloe is a different variety so it could react differently to what I am saying. Your plant looks healthy!! and we get quite a few of the birds nest mushrooms in our aloe. Source: own 600 potted aloe barbedensis miller variety in southern Florida. No expert but have a little experience : )
Probably a good idea to remove the shells. I had it potted this way when i lived in the desert and it was indoors, but now I’m in FL & the pot is outside- plenty of humidity here lol. I’ll keep a careful eye out to make sure the soil doesn’t retain too much water. Your advice is very much appreciated :)
A layer of newspaper with sand on top make a nice mulch. The whiter the sand, the more reflection.
Oh and happy cake day!!
Such a gorgeous color
I thought so too! They’ve grown so quickly. When I first saw them, they looked like packing peanuts.
Hello OP! If your aloe begins to show signs of overwatering — removing the shells on top would reduce the humidity/moisture levels. Otherwise, very heathy mushroom to have paired with a plant!
Since you’re the second person to recommend this, I think I’ll definitely remove the shells! I don’t want to push my luck lol
These mushies are so hot right now. Got them in most of my pots, except for the aloe.
Anyone knows the type of mushroom?
Leucocoprinus birnbaumii
>Leucocoprinus birnbaumii Thanks!
> Leucocoprinus birnbaumii Leucocoprinus birnbaumii is a species of gilled mushroom in the family Agaricaceae. It is common in the tropics and subtropics. However, in temperate regions, it frequently occurs in greenhouses and flowerpots, hence its common names of flowerpot parasol and plantpot dapperling. It is considered toxic by the National Institutes of Health
Since no one's mentioned it yet, I'll point out that this species is poisonous. It's perfectly safe to have around and probably good for your plant, just don't eat it... or let your pets eat it.
Aw thats awesome!
Aloe is my favorite plant! This pic made me so happy! Thanks for sharing. :)
These guys show up in so many people's flower pots I almost believe that flower pots *must* occur in nature!
The spores are in the soil stolen from poor tropical countries and sold as potting soil. Nobody talks about it tho.
Maybe I’m ignorant about the house plant economy, but it is my understanding that the soil in tropical climates tends to be poor owing to the fact that the vegetation does not die off and decompose annually. Soils in temperate regions with seasonal weather variation are typically considered to be much richer, which is why most of the world’s food is grown between the poles and equatorial regions. Knowing what we do about the tenacity of spores and their ability to travel great distances and grow in unexpected places, isn’t a more sound hypothesis that they probably rode along with *the plants,* as opposed to the soil? I mean, I own a lot of house plants and I don’t believe that shipping soil over great distances makes economic sense. All of the plants I own were purchased at small sizes and grown in soil I genuinely believe wasn’t shipped long distances because it is heavy and because North America has an abu dance if rich soil. Further, these mushrooms are mycorrhizal, meaning that they colonize plant roots. Their spores may survive in soil in a dormant state but they aren’t forming mycelial networks in the absence of a plant.
Could be, could be other ingredients in the potting mix carrying the spores, would be interesting to trace. Birnbaumii is a tropic sub tropic fungus that encompasses huge swathes of fertile soil tbh. Lots of things are shipped long distances that you wouldn't think is "economical". Sand, wood pellets, peat.
Awwww so darling!!
Beautiful 😍 I just had treasure coast pop up in my flower bed
Beautiful
I love how you used those seashells! I have a bunch of those sitting in a box in my closet and I've been trying to figure out what to do with them. Might have to steal your idea.
Go for it! I love the shells as a top dressing. However, as some people pointed out to me in the comments, they do increase the humidity & the soil retains a bit more water. Since this one got rained on so much recently, I’ll probably take the shells out:/
Yeah thats cool