Prevention and control methods of Ficus microcarpa

Symptoms and causes of Ficus microcarpa rot

When the blight of Ficus microcarpa occurs, gray spots generally appear. They are initially infected on the leaves and appear water-soaked. They then quickly grow larger, turn dark brown, and rot. Generally, pathogens will overwinter in the soil or on the diseased parts of the plants, and will spread after absorbing water. Moreover, high temperature and poor ventilation can also cause the disease.

Prevention and control methods of Ficus microcarpa

Cultivation management

Strengthening cultivation management is beneficial to enhancing the disease resistance of the plants and making them healthier. It is best to choose loose, breathable, and well-drained sandy soil, provide sufficient light, provide appropriate shade in summer to avoid direct sunlight, and the temperature in winter should not be lower than 10°C to prevent frostbite and harm. Do not water too much, as a long-term humid environment will not bring many benefits. Pay more attention to cleaning the dust on the blades. No matter it is thin or thick, it should be removed in time to keep the leaves dry.

Removal of dead plants

After the plant becomes sick, it should be moved to a sunny and well-ventilated place in time. Do not spray water on the leaves, and cut off the diseased leaves. When cutting off the diseased leaves, cut off the spotted part and some healthy tissue together, and then spray some Dole liquid for protection. You can also spray some times liquid, such as 500 times of 80% Mancozeb wettable powder, 500-800 times of 25% Metalaxyl wettable powder, etc.

disinfect

After removing the diseased and dead plants, remember to disinfect the soil. You can water 1% copper sulfate into the soil or sprinkle some quicklime powder on it.

The above is all the content about the prevention and control methods of Ficus microcarpa rot. This disease is very harmful to Ficus microcarpa. We must pay attention to it and take action to make the Ficus microcarpa healthier and more beautiful.