diff --git a/code/modules/hydroponics/hydro_tray.dm b/code/modules/hydroponics/hydro_tray.dm
index d13c2adf35..f1da2234ac 100644
--- a/code/modules/hydroponics/hydro_tray.dm
+++ b/code/modules/hydroponics/hydro_tray.dm
@@ -197,7 +197,7 @@
 	// Other plants also mutate if enough mutagenic compounds have been added.
 	if(!seed.immutable)
 		if(prob(min(mutation_level,100)))
-			mutate(random(100) < 25) ? 2 : 1)
+			mutate((rand(100) < 25) ? 2 : 1)
 			mutation_level = 0
 
 	// Maintain tray nutrient and water levels.