What to Do About铜绿麒麟 Rotting Roots
Copper Green Kylin, as a rare variety among succulents, is beloved by gardening enthusiasts for its metallic-textured epidermis. However, root rot is a common issue during maintenance, which not only affects the plant's ornamental value but can also lead to the death of the entire plant. This article systematically analyzes the full process of treating铜绿麒麟 rotting roots and provides a scientific maintenance plan.
Full Process of Treating Copper Green Kylin Rotting Roots
1. Pot Removal and Root Cleaning
If you notice wilted leaves or a softened stem base, you need to remove the plant from the pot immediately. During this process, keep the plant upright, gently tap the pot to loosen the soil, and avoid secondary damage to the main roots. Once the roots are fully exposed, use a soft-bristle brush to remove any attached soil clumps, especially paying attention to hidden rot points at the root neck junction.
2. Disinfection, Pruning, and Disease Control
Use a sharp knife sanitized with alcohol to cut away all brown, soft rotting tissue until healthy white roots are exposed. Focus on three types of lesion characteristics: adhered root hairs, brown vascular bundles, and peeled root skin. After pruning, soak in a carbendazim solution (1:800) for 20 minutes, and simultaneously disinfect the original pot with high-temperature steaming.
3. Potting Techniques and Soil Optimization
The new pot should have: at least 5 drainage holes, and a diameter 3-5 cm larger than the original pot. Suggested soil mixture: red jade soil 40% + volcanic rock 30% + vermiculite 20% + activated carbon 10%. Place a 3cm layer of陶粒 at the bottom for drainage, and ensure the plant is stable after planting to avoid shaking that could affect the growth of new roots.
Copper Green Kylin Revitalization Maintenance Plan
1. Three Principles of Water Management
Use the immersion method for watering within 30 days after surgery: place the pot in a water-filled tray and remove it once the surface of the soil is slightly moist. Follow the "Three Observations" principle: observe the weather (stop watering during rainy days), the soil (water thoroughly when dry), and the plant (when new buds start to grow).
2. Key Points of Environmental Control
Maintain a day-night temperature difference of 8-10℃, and keep humidity between 45-60%. Gradually increase light intensity, with scattered light for the first two weeks and no more than 3 hours of direct sunlight per day starting from the third week. Use a circulating fan to maintain air circulation and prevent secondary fungal infections.
3. Nutrient Supply Strategy
Do not use solid fertilizers during the root rot recovery period (within 3 months), but you can spray the leaves with seaweed extract (1000x solution) every 20 days. Once new roots are fully developed, apply slow-release fertilizer 5 cm away from the root neck in a circular pattern, with a recommended NPK ratio of 5-10-5 low in nitrogen.
Through systematic treatment and scientific maintenance, the Copper Green Kylin usually recovers its growth vitality within 60-90 days. It is necessary to establish a maintenance log for daily care, recording watering frequency, the growth rate of new leaves, etc., and adjusting management measures in a timely manner. Preventive use of biological agents like Bacillus subtilis can significantly reduce the recurrence of root rot.