What to do with Xingmei's rotten roots
As a high-looking representative of the fleshy family of Crassulaceae, Xingmei has captured countless plant lovers with its full and round leaves. However, in daily maintenance, the problem of rotten roots often catches flower friends unprepared. This article will systematically analyze the causes of Xingmei people's rotten roots and provide professional-level rescue plans to help you protect this unique fleshy beauty. Diagnosis Guidelines for Xingmei People's Rotten Roots Mismanagement Water Management It is necessary to keep the soil slightly moist without water accumulation during the spring and autumn growth period. During the summer high temperature hibernation period, water only needs to be replenished once a month. When the winter temperature is below 5℃, water should be completely cut off. It is recommended to use the bamboo stick test method: insert the bamboo stick into the pot soil for 2 hours, pull it out, and then water it if there are no traces of moisture. Environmental factors affect the optimal maintenance temperature should be maintained within the range of 15-25℃, and the air humidity should not exceed 60%. In summer, sunshade nets are needed to block 60% of the light, and in winter, direct light is required for 4 hours a day. Sudden temperature changes can cause stress rot in roots. Professional level rotten root repair plan When the base of the plant is found to be soft and the leaves continue to dry out when surgical root repair is performed, the pot should be removed immediately for inspection. Using alcohol-disinfected scissors, remove all brown diseased tissue at a 45° angle, retaining milky white healthy root systems. After applying carbendazim powder to the wound surface, place it in a cool and ventilated place to dry the roots for 3-5 days. Intelligently induce hair roots to prepare a mixed substrate with perlite: vermiculite =7:3, and place the treated plants 1 cm away from the soil surface. Low temperature stimulation at 15-18℃ and irradiation with fill light for 3 hours a day can significantly promote the germination of new roots. Keep the environmental humidity at 40%, and new air roots can be seen for about 15-20 days. The scientific ratio of the substrate of the long-term preventive maintenance system recommends a formula with a proportion of 70% particulate soil: red jade soil 3- 5mm 40%+ volcanic rock 20%+ coconut bran 10%+ rice hull carbon 10%+ slow-release fertilizer 5%. Add 5% bone meal to enhance calcium every 2 years when changing pots, which can effectively prevent root rot. It is recommended to equip a soil moisture detector for intelligent monitoring and maintenance. When the EC value is greater than 1.2mS/cm, the soil should be replaced immediately. Using the bottom dipping basin method for watering, strengthening ventilation after each replenishment, and combining with a small circulating fan can reduce the risk of root rot by 50%.
Through precise diagnosis and scientific intervention, 90% of the rotten Xingmei people can regain their lives. Keep in mind the iron rule of "dry rather than wet," observe the state of the plant regularly, so that this fleshy elf always shows a full and moving posture.