If your root has mold or mildew on it, you should discard it. [title] Observe to see if the root is soft.
[header] How to tell when lotus root has gone bad [title] Look for mold or mildew. [step] Examine the root for signs of mold or mildew. Any dark green, black, gray or white growth on the outside of the root is an indication that it has spoiled.