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Root Rot in Pothos Golden
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Golden Pothos is a vigorous, easy-to-grow trailing vine with heart-shaped leaves that are solid green with golden-yellow variegation, becoming more yellow as the plant matures
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Pothos Golden care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to root rot in Pothos Golden. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Water
Allow top 1-2 inches of soil to dry between waterings. Water thoroughly when soil feels dry to the touch. Reduce watering in winter. Overwatering is the primary killer of this plant.
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Soil
Well-draining potting soil; use a mix of peat moss, perlite, and bark or standard houseplant soil amended with perlite for better drainage.
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Humidity
Adapts well to average indoor humidity (40-60%). Misting or occasional showers help remove dust but are not essential; tolerates dry air.
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Symptoms to look for in Pothos Golden
- 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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Common causes in Pothos Golden
- fiber_manual_recordOverwatering
- fiber_manual_recordPoor drainage
- fiber_manual_recordFungal pathogens
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How to diagnose root rot in Pothos Golden
Remove plant from pot. Healthy roots are white/tan and firm. Rotted roots are brown/black and mushy.
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How to treat root rot in Pothos Golden
Trim all rotted roots with sterile scissors. Treat with hydrogen peroxide solution. Repot in fresh, well-draining soil.
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Preventing root rot in Pothos Golden
Always use pots with drainage holes. Allow soil to partially dry between waterings. Use well-draining compost.