What to do if succulent plants have root rot

1. Reduce watering

Cause: Rot is a common disease of succulents, usually caused by fungal infection due to excessive watering or an overly humid growing environment. It may also be because the soil medium is not breathable and has poor drainage.

Solution: Water less frequently and choose a well-drained soil so that water does not pool on the stems for more than a few minutes.

2. Prevent pests

Causes: Some bugs, such as mealybugs, can also cause rot, especially root mealybugs. After these pests suck the plant's sap, the wounds they leave behind may cause fungal infections.

Solution: Pay attention to softened or mushy stems and leaves, and spray pesticides to treat pests if found.

3. Specific treatment methods

Crown rot: Use a sharp knife to scrape away the rotten parts and attach crushed charcoal and sulfur flowers. Make sure the wound is dry.

Neck rot: Cut off the rotten part and the remaining stem can be used for branch cuttings. Make sure the wound is dry.

Fungal infection: Use a sharp knife to scrape off the rotten parts, attach flowers of sulphur, and then spray the plants with a mixture of benomyl and mancozeb.

Black rot: Cut off the infected part with a clean knife, then spray with benomyl and attach flowers of sulphur.