Black root rot of cucurbits

saprophytic competitor, which means it can rapidly colonize ‘clean’ or sterilized soil and substrate. It aggregates, so disinfection needs to be applied [...] planting Use resistant rootstock of Cucurbita ficifolia Apply steam sterilization to the soil/substrate Fumigation with soil disinfectants is only effective

Mushroom

considered safe for most people to eat because it is grown in controlled, sterilized environments. Several varieties of A. bisporus are grown commercially