Causes of fleshy roots with insects. Symptoms of fleshy roots with insects. Prevention and control methods of fleshy roots with insects. Succulent plants are deeply loved by most flower friends because of their unique shape and easy-to-maintain characteristics. During the maintenance process, fleshy plants are also prone to various problems, of which roots with insects are a relatively common one. This article will provide you a detailed analysis of the causes, symptoms and prevention methods of fleshy roots with insects, and help you easily cope with this problem. Reasons for worms in fleshy roots 1. Soil problems: Eggs or larvae may exist in the soil. When succulent plants are transplanted or improperly watered to cause soil hardening, pests are more likely to occur.
2. Environmental factors: A humid and poorly ventilated environment is prone to breeding pests, especially root mealybugs, root rot nematodes, etc.
3. Improper maintenance: Too much watering, improper fertilization, etc. can cause damage to the roots of succulent plants, thus causing pests. Symptoms of fleshy roots with insects 1. The roots turn black and rot: Insects can cause damage to the roots and black rot.
2. The roots are thin and weak and grow slowly: Insects will affect the root absorption function of succulent plants, causing slow growth of plants.
3. Leaves yellowing and falling off: Damage to the root system will affect the transport of water and nutrients, resulting in yellowing and falling off of the leaves. Prevention and control methods of insects in fleshy roots 1. Soil treatment: Before transplanting fleshy plants, disinfect the soil, such as using fungicides such as carbendazim and thiophanate-methyl.
2. Environmental improvement: Maintain good ventilation conditions, avoid excessive soil moisture, and regularly clean the bottom of the potted plants and the surrounding environment.
3. Maintenance and adjustment: Water reasonably, avoid excessive fertilization, and choose fertilizers suitable for the growth of succulent plants.
4. Drug prevention and control: After pests are discovered, use pesticides in time for prevention and control, such as imidacloprid, avermectin, etc. Preventive measures 1. Choose healthy succulent plants: When purchasing succulent plants, try to choose plants with healthy roots and no pests.
2. Pay attention to watering: Avoid watering too much and keep the soil slightly moist.
3. Regular inspection: Regularly inspect the root systems of succulent plants and deal with problems found in a timely manner.
Worms on the roots of succulent plants are a common maintenance problem. Understanding its causes, symptoms and prevention methods will help us better maintain succulent plants. In actual operation, we must pay attention to prevention and maintain good maintenance habits. Let succulent plants grow healthily.
References: "Manual for the Control of Pest and Pests in Succulent Plants", author: Zhang Xiaohui, Press: China Agricultural Press.
"Guide to the Conservation of Succulent Plants", author: Li Ming, Press: Shanghai Science and Technology Press.