In the world of succulents, each plant is a work of art by nature. Many succulent enthusiasts often encounter a puzzling phenomenon during maintenance - white bumps appear on the leaves of succulent plants. What are these white bumps? What impact do they have on the growth of succulent plants? How to properly maintain to avoid or handle this phenomenon? This article will reveal them for you one by one.
Causes of white bumps on succulentsThe white bumps on succulent plants, commonly known as "powdery mildew" or "white spot disease," are mainly caused by fungal infections. When succulent plants are affected by environmental factors (such as temperature, humidity, light, etc.), their resistance decreases, and fungi can take advantage of this to cause white bumps on the leaves.
Impact of white bumps on succulents1. Affect appearance: White bumps can damage the overall beauty of succulent plants and reduce their ornamental value.
2. Affect growth: Fungal infections can affect the normal growth of succulent plants and may even cause plant death in severe cases.
3. Contagiousness: Powdery mildew is highly contagious. If not handled in time, it may spread to other succulent plants.
How to prevent white bumps on succulents1. Control the environment: Maintain suitable temperature, humidity, and light, avoid overcrowding of plants, and reduce the chance of fungal infections.
2. Choose healthy plants: When purchasing succulent plants, choose healthy, disease-free plants.
3. Regularly disinfect: Regularly disinfect maintenance tools to avoid cross-infection.
4. Reasonable fertilization: Fertilize properly to avoid excessive nutrition in plants and reduce resistance.
How to deal with white bumps on succulents1. Clean the leaves: Gently wipe the white bumps on the leaves with a damp cloth to remove some pathogens.
2. Spray medicine: Use a fungicide and spray according to the instructions.
3. Prune diseased leaves: Cut off the diseased leaves to prevent the spread of pathogens.
4. Strengthen maintenance: Enhance lighting and ventilation to improve plant resistance.
Although white bumps on succulent plants can be troublesome, as long as we understand their causes and impacts and take corresponding preventive measures, we can effectively avoid and handle this phenomenon. Let's take good care of these lovely succulent plants and let them bloom in the sunlight with the most beautiful glow.
References:
《Disease Diagnosis and Control of Succulent Plants》, Zhang Xiaofeng, China Agricultural Publishing House, 2018.
Note: The content of this article is for reference only. Specific maintenance methods should be adjusted according to actual conditions.