Common diseases and pests of Tillandsia and their control

Disease type

Root rot

The roots of the plant will turn black first and then slowly rot, which will also affect the growth of other roots. If the time is too long, it will affect the plant's absorption of water and nutrients.

Heart rot

The leaves will rot and emit a pungent smell. You can pull them out with a gentle pull.

Leaf tips turn yellow

It is obvious that the front end of the leaves turns yellow and slowly loses all moisture.

Prevention and treatment methods

These two types of rot are basically caused by high temperatures and excessive humidity in the soil and environment. At this time, you can use special agents to pour into the soil, and do it once a month when the temperature is high; pay attention to cooling and ventilation during daily maintenance.

If the leaves turn yellow, it is mainly due to poor water quality, excessive fertilizer concentration and waterlogging. Change the water quality. It is best to trap the water for a few days before watering, or put it in the sun for a few hours before watering. Be sure not to allow water to accumulate when watering. When fertilizing, dilute the fertilizer strictly according to the fertilizer instructions.

Pest type

Scale insects

Scale insects are the most common insect pests. They are very small in size, but after growing in large groups, they can cause other plant diseases and they can even overwinter.

Red Spider

Red spider mites appear as tiny red dots and reproduce very quickly. Plants are most vulnerable when they are still underdeveloped.

Prevention and treatment methods

If the amount of pests is very small, they can be removed manually; if it is more serious, special pesticides need to be used for spraying, and the soil needs to be turned over and the pots changed after autumn.