What to do if the spider plants grown in water have rotten roots? Can spider plants with rotten root

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1. What to do with rotten roots

2. Causes of root rot

3. Can it be grown in water after root rot?

When roots of spider plants grown in water are found to be rotten, they should be dealt with promptly to avoid further deterioration and infection. Remove the plant from the container, cut off the rotten roots with scissors, and disinfect and dry them. If there is no disinfectant solution, place the wound in a cool place to dry before placing it in a container. In the later stage, you should also pay attention to changing the water frequently to ensure the water quality. When fertilizing, be sure to use less than too much fertilizer to ensure normal growth and avoid root rot.

1. What to do about root rot

When a water-raised spider plant finds root rot, it must be treated promptly, otherwise the water will become smelly and will be transmitted to other root systems. It should be removed from the container as soon as possible, and then all the rotten roots should be cut off and disinfected with a disinfectant solution. If there is no disinfectant, you can place the wound in a ventilated place to dry, and then put it in a container after drying. Note that the container must also be disinfected to avoid further infection and ensure normal growth.

2. Causes of root rot

To avoid root rot, you need to understand the causes of root rot. Root rot in water-grown plants is usually caused by two reasons. First, if the water is not changed in time, the water quality is polluted and if the water is not changed for a long time, the oxygen in it will be insufficient, which will affect the respiration of the root system, leading to root rot. The second is improper fertilization and putting too much fertilizer, which can easily burn the roots and lead to root rot. Pay attention to regular water changes to ensure water quality, and it is better to fertilize less than too much.

3. Can water be grown after root rot?

Chlorophytum can be grown in water after root rot, but it needs to be pruned and disinfected. Cut off the rotten parts, sterilize them, and then insert them into water so that roots will slowly grow. If it is not dealt with, it will be difficult to survive. In addition, you should also pay attention to the method during water cultivation, usually get more sun, change the water frequently, and give it a suitable environment.

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