golden flakes in African Violet & Gesneriad soil...what are they?

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    I bought several african violets and gesneriads at Vandusen plant sale. Many of them have tiny golden flakes in the soil. What are those? I assume they are good for these kinds of plants so would like to get some when they need bigger pots.

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    saltcedar Rising Contributor 10 Years

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    Thanks, Saltcedar. I think you are right!

    Yee
     

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