What to do when the top of a money tree gets moldy and hairy? Handle it this way to solve it

The money tree has high ornamental value and is very suitable for growing as an ornamental potted plant, but at the same time, in the eyes of many plant lovers, it is not easy to grow well and is very prone to problems. Among these, mold appearing is a fairly common phenomenon, especially mold and fuzz on the top of the plant. In fact, there is no need to panic when the top of a money tree gets moldy and hairy; we only need to handle it this way to easily solve it and ensure it stays safe and sound.

If the top of a money tree becomes moldy and hairy, it is generally caused by infection with black mold disease, mostly triggered by a hot and humid care environment with relatively poor ventilation. If the care environment lacks light, this phenomenon becomes even more obvious. Therefore, we first need to improve the care conditions, placing the potted plant in a cool, well-ventilated spot with ample scattered light for care, while controlling watering.

Next, to avoid causing infection at the top, we also need to scrape off and clean up the moldy, hairy areas, then apply medication such as carbendazim or potassium permanganate to prevent the wound from becoming infected. But if the moldy, hairy area is clearly starting to rot downward, then the next step of treatment is also needed.

At this point, it is recommended to saw off the rotten top, then apply medication such as carbendazim. After the wound coagulates and dries, seal it with wax or spray paint to further block bacterial invasion. After that, we still need to place it in a cool, well-ventilated place with scattered light for a week of care, and basically the wound will heal well.

But just in case, it is recommended to properly control watering in normal times, because the money tree's root system is underdeveloped and it is also not tolerant of water, so overwatering can easily cause root rot or disease. Especially right after dealing with the moldy, hairy part at the top, do not rush to water and fertilize, otherwise it will likewise increase the chance of wound infection.

Not only that, we also need to sterilize and disinfect the potting soil to avoid the plant being infected again and developing mold, fuzz, or rot. At the same time, it is recommended to regularly use some sterilizing and disinfecting medication on the plant, spraying both the leaves and the soil. Generally, doing this continuously 2-3 times can often completely eliminate the money tree's mold and fuzz problem. But the key still lies in prevention, and you must provide the potted money tree with a suitable growing environment.