In recent years, with the increasing popularity of indoor green plants, water-cultivated succulents have become favored by many families due to their unique shapes and easy maintenance. Many beginners often encounter the problem of root rot in the process of caring for these plants. This not only affects the growth of the succulents but may even lead to the death of the entire plant. This article will provide a detailed analysis of the causes, prevention, and treatment methods for root rot in water-cultivated succulents to help you grow healthy succulent plants.
Reasons for Root Rot in Water-Cultivated Succulents1. Overwatering: Water-cultivated succulents need to maintain slightly moist soil, but excessive watering can lead to root hypoxia, causing root rot.
2. Poor soil drainage: The soil used for water-cultivated succulents should have good drainage. If drainage is not smooth, excess water cannot be drained, easily leading to root rot.
3. Temperature changes: Both low and high temperatures can affect the root respiration of succulents, potentially causing root rot.
4. Pathogen infection: Pathogens or pests in the soil may also lead to root rot in succulents.
Prevention Methods for Root Rot in Water-Cultivated Succulents1. Control watering: Reasonably control the watering frequency based on the growth stage of the succulents and climatic conditions to avoid excessive watering.
2. Choose suitable soil: Use well-draining soil such as peat and perlite, and ensure the soil particles are uniform.
3. Maintain appropriate temperature: Place the succulents in a well-ventilated, adequately lit environment to avoid low or high temperatures.
4. Regularly check the soil: Regularly check the soil moisture to ensure it is slightly moist and avoid waterlogging.
Treatment Methods for Root Rot in Water-Cultivated Succulents1. Clean the rotting roots: Once root rot is detected, immediately remove the succulent from the soil and use scissors or a knife to cut off the rotten roots until healthy white roots are exposed.
2. Disinfection treatment: Soak the cut roots in 75% alcohol or potassium permanganate solution for disinfection to prevent pathogen infection.
3. Replant: Replant the treated succulent in new soil, taking care to avoid soil waterlogging.
4. Strengthen maintenance: During the healing period of root rot, reduce watering appropriately, maintain slightly moist soil, and enhance lighting.
Root rot is a common problem in the care of water-cultivated succulents, but as long as the correct prevention and treatment methods are mastered, this issue can be effectively avoided and resolved. I hope this article can provide useful references for your succulent plant care.
References:
[1] Zhang Xiaohui, Li Ming. Causes and Control Measures of Root Rot in Succulent Plants [J]. Botanical Garden, 2018, 37(2): 123-126.
[2] Wang Xiaoyan, Liu Yang. Causes and Control of Root Rot in Aquaponic Succulents [J]. Botanical Garden, 2019, 38(1): 45-48.