What Is the Red, Smelly Thing Growing in My Backyard? The Surprising Truth About Stinkhorn Mushrooms

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Here’s some good news: in many cases, stinkhorns are simply part of a healthy decomposition process.

Fungi play an important role in breaking down dead plant material. As they decompose wood, leaves, and other organic matter, they help recycle nutrients within the environment.

Stinkhorns often grow in mulch because it provides a convenient food source.

They usually don’t harm healthy plants

Unlike plant pathogens that infect living roots or leaves, stinkhorns generally use dead or decomposing organic matter as their food source.

Their presence in a mulched garden

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