Abstract: As a common indoor ornamental plant, Clivia has a dignified and beautiful plant type and a long flowering period. It is popular among enthusiasts. However, Clivia is also prone to soft rot, which causes great trouble to plant growth. This article will introduce the prevention and control methods of Clivia soft rot and commonly used drugs...
As a common indoor ornamental plant, Clivia has a dignified and beautiful plant type and a long flowering period. It is loved by many enthusiasts. However, Clivia is also prone to soft rot, which causes great trouble to plant growth. This article will introduce the prevention and control methods of Clivia soft rot, as well as commonly used drugs and matters needing attention.
1. Understand the symptoms of soft rot of Clivia When soft rot occurs, its leaves will gradually turn yellow and soften, and eventually fall off. At the same time, the base of the plant will soften and give off an unpleasant smell.
2. Frequent watering of breathable water, excessive moisture and lack of water can lead to soft rot in Clivia. When watering, attention needs to be paid to maintaining breathability and ensuring appropriate humidity.
3. Avoid growing in cold and humid environments. Bacteria can easily breed in cold and humid environments, which will aggravate the occurrence of soft rot of Clivia. Avoid growing in such environments.
4. Timely cleaning of fallen leaves is an important factor in the occurrence of soft rot in Clivia and should be cleaned up in time.
5. Use of organic fertilizers Organic fertilizers contain rich microbial communities, which can effectively increase the number of beneficial bacteria in the soil and improve the resistance of Clivia.
6. Using bactericides In the case of serious illness, fungicides can be sprayed to kill bacteria that have already grown.
7. Using algae scavengers Long-term use of fish tank water to irrigate Clivia can easily lead to water pollution, so algae scavengers can be used to remove algae in the water.
8. Use humus fertilizers Humus fertilizers contain some substances beneficial to plants, which can increase soil fertility and promote the growth of Clivia.
9. Pay attention to regular pruning Regular pruning can maintain the beautiful plant type of Clivia and remove the affected parts.
10. Don't over-fertilize. Excessive fertilization will cause the roots to fail to absorb nutrients normally, causing the breeding of soft rot.
11. Use sealing glue When soft rot occurs in Clivia, sealing glue can be used to seal the affected area to prevent further bacterial invasion.
12. Pay attention to the isolation of diseased plants. When soft rot is found in Clivia, it should be isolated in time to prevent the pathogen from spreading to other plants.
13. Maintaining good ventilation Maintaining good indoor ventilation can effectively avoid excessive humidity and reduce the occurrence of soft rot of Clivia.
14. Use ultraviolet disinfection lamps Ultraviolet disinfection lamps can be used in the air to kill bacteria suspended in the air.
15. The prevention and control of Clivia soft rot involves many aspects, and attention needs to be paid to watering, regular pruning, and isolation of diseased plants. At the same time, some common medicines and precautions are also needed. Only by comprehensively starting from multiple angles can we effectively prevent and treat Clivia soft rot.
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