Determining whether the root system of succulent plants is healthy causes of poor root system methods to restore succulent plant root system methods to prevent damage to succulent plant root system because of its unique shape and easy-to-maintain characteristics, succulent plants are loved by many flower friends. When buying succulent plants, sometimes they encounter poor root systems, which undoubtedly confuses many novice flower friends. How to judge whether the root system of succulent plants is healthy? If the root system is poor, how to restore it? This article will answer you one by one. Determine whether the roots of succulent plants are healthy 1. Observe the color of the roots: Healthy roots should be white or light yellow and shiny. If the roots are black, brown or rotten, it means that the roots have been damaged.
2. Observe the root shape: Healthy root systems should be spiral or radial and grow vigorously. If the root systems are distorted, entangled or have no signs of growth, it means that there may be problems with the root systems. Reasons for poor root system 1. The root system is damaged when purchasing: When purchasing succulent plants, if the root system is damaged, it may easily lead to poor growth of the entire plant.
2. Improper cultivation environment: Succulent plants are sensitive to environmental factors such as soil, moisture and light. If the cultivation environment is inappropriate, root damage may easily occur.
3. Improper fertilization: Excessive fertilization or use of fertilizers that are not suitable for succulent plants will cause damage to the roots. Methods to restore the root system of succulent plants 1. Clean up the root system: Cut off the damaged root system and keep the healthy parts. Pay attention to retaining the main root as much as possible when cutting off the root system to avoid excessive damage.
2. Soak rooting solution: Soak the cut roots in rooting solution for about 30 minutes to promote rooting.
3. Adjust the cultivation environment: Select soil with good air permeability and good drainage, keep the soil moist but not wet, appropriately increase light, and improve plant photosynthesis.
4. Fertilization: During the root recovery period, some compound fertilizers rich in nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium can be appropriately applied to promote plant growth. Prevent damage to the roots of succulent plants 1. Pay attention to the roots when purchasing: When purchasing succulent plants, carefully observe the roots to ensure that the roots are healthy.
2. Pay attention to the cultivation environment: Keep the soil ventilated and drained well, avoid stagnant water, appropriately increase light, and improve plant photosynthesis.
3. Reasonable fertilization: Apply fertilizer reasonably according to the growth needs of succulent plants to avoid excessive fertilization.
The newly purchased succulent plants have poor root systems, so don't worry too much. Through the above methods, succulent plants can be helped to restore their root systems and revitalize them. During daily maintenance, attention should be paid to preventing damage to the roots and making the succulent plants thrive. grow.
References: 1."Handbook for the Maintenance of Succulent Plants", author: Zhang Xiaohong, Press: China Agricultural Press, 2018.
2."Breeding and Conservation of Succulent Plants", author: Li Ming, Press: China Forestry Press, 2017.