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Galangal care requirements
water
Keep soil consistently moist during growing season; allow slight drying between waterings
soil
Well-draining, fertile soil enriched with compost; pH 6.0–7.0
light
Partial shade; prefers 3–5 hours of indirect sunlight
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Galangal
- fiber_manual_recordBrown, mushy roots
- fiber_manual_recordWilting despite moist soil
- fiber_manual_recordYellowing leaves
- fiber_manual_recordFoul odour
help
Common causes in Galangal
Caused by Pythium, Phytophthora, or Fusarium species in waterlogged conditions.
healing
How to treat root rot in Galangal
Remove plant, trim rotted roots, treat with hydrogen peroxide, repot in fresh well-draining soil.
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Preventing root rot in Galangal
Never overwater. Ensure drainage. Avoid compacted soil.