How to deal with root rot of goldfish spider plant

1. Causes of root rot

If it only has slight root rot, most of the time it is caused by over watering. Once the soil is too moist, water accumulates in the pot, and even the roots of a spider plant that is growing well will slowly rot. Another reason is that the goldfish spider plant is placed in a place with severe lack of light. The water poured every day cannot be absorbed or evaporated in time, which can also cause root rot.

2. Treatment method

When root rot is discovered, the first thing to do is to reduce the frequency of watering. Do not water repeatedly. Watering once in the morning and once in the evening is sufficient. After the situation improves, switch to watering every other day or two. This will not only ensure the water supply, but also prevent the soil from being too moist. After a period of time, the rotten roots will gradually improve. Then you need to move it outdoors to get more sunlight. The winter sunlight is relatively mild, so there will be no sunburn and yellow leaves. When the plant receives sufficient sunlight, the roots will naturally improve.

If there is a lot of root rot and reducing watering or increasing light cannot save the plant, you should consider using nutrient solution. The amount of nutrient solution is not necessarily more. It takes patience to restore rotten roots and you should not rush things. Note that when spraying the nutrient solution, do not spray it directly on the soil and on the roots. Direct contact with the roots may cause root burn. Try to spray it on the leaves for better absorption.

When the root rot is serious, the rotten part must be cut off directly. Before cutting, you must disinfect the knife to prevent bacteria from coming into contact with the already fragile roots. The cut roots can be thrown away directly, and some rooting agent should be applied to the cut surface to ensure that it can take root and recover as soon as possible.

Although the goldfish spider plant likes a humid growing environment, it should avoid waterlogging. If water is found in the potting soil, it should be dealt with in time and the soil should be replaced if necessary to prevent it from being soaked in water and causing root rot. If the root rot is severe, it will be irreversible, so measures should be taken in advance to prevent root rot.