symptoms
Symptoms
- fiber_manual_recordBrown, mushy roots
- fiber_manual_recordYellowing leaves
- fiber_manual_recordWilting despite moist soil
- fiber_manual_recordFoul smell from soil
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Causes
- fiber_manual_recordOverwatering
- fiber_manual_recordPoor drainage
- fiber_manual_recordFungal pathogens
troubleshoot
How to Diagnose
Remove plant from pot. Healthy roots are white/tan and firm. Rotted roots are brown/black and mushy.
healing
Treatment
Trim all rotted roots with sterile scissors. Treat with hydrogen peroxide solution. Repot in fresh, well-draining soil.
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Prevention
Always use pots with drainage holes. Allow soil to partially dry between waterings. Use well-draining compost.