Why does the root of Clivia always rot? How to remedy the root rot of Clivia?

Clivia is a plant with high ornamental value in life. Almost every flower grower has one or two pots at home. But the root rot problem occurs when growing it for a while. So why does the root of Clivia always rot? How to remedy the root rot of Clivia? The following editor will explain them one by one, hoping to help you.

Why does the root of Clivia rot?

1. The environment is not right. The temperature is too high, the humidity is too high, the soil moisture content is high, and the ventilation is poor.

2. Too much fertilizer was applied. The fertilizer was not fully fermented and generated heat, which burned the roots.

3. The roots are injured. The roots may break or rot when repotting or dividing the pot.

4. Poor air and water permeability. Ceramic pots, plastic pots or poor soil quality will affect air and water permeability.

How to remedy root rot in Clivia

1. Only part of the roots of Clivia are rotten

When rotten roots are found, dig the roots out of the pot immediately, remove the soil, clean the roots with clean water, and cut off the rotten roots with a clean blade; then apply disinfectant evenly on the rotten roots, dry for 3 to 5 hours, and then plant directly. Plant in new decomposed nutrient soil with 30% to 50% sand. After planting, cover the pot with a transparent plastic bag and place it in a cool place. Pay attention to watering less to keep the pot soil slightly moist.

At the same time, remember to spray 0.2% potassium dihydrogen phosphate aqueous solution on the leaves once every 5 to 7 days, which can increase the nutrients in the soil and promote the development and growth of roots. New roots will grow in about two weeks. If the outdoor temperature is too high, move it indoors and pay attention to ventilation and cooling to prevent new roots from developing diseases.

2. Most or all of the roots of Clivia have rotted

Rinse the base of the stem of the Clivia with water, then use a blade to cut off the rotten part smoothly, then evenly apply sulfur powder around the cut to prevent the wound from getting infected. Place it in a cool and ventilated environment, and plant it in a pot containing plain sand after the cut surface is slightly dry. Remember to water it once every two days, keep the soil in the pot slightly moist, and do not apply fertilizer.

In an environment with a temperature of 20-25℃, new roots will grow around the incision after about 10 days, and after 50 days it can be transplanted into a pot containing new culture soil.

Maintenance tips for Clivia

1. It is best to plant Clivia with leaf mold, add some river sand or perlite, and put some organic fertilizer at the bottom of the pot.

2. Clivia likes to be in semi-shade, and it is best to have appropriate scattered light every day, but it must avoid exposure to direct sunlight.

3. Clivia does not require too much water. If you water it too much, its roots and stems will easily rot.

4. In spring and autumn, you can apply thin organic liquid fertilizer about twice a month, or you can buy some organic fertilizer on the edge of the pot, with more phosphorus and potassium elements, and then water it thoroughly, which can promote the flowering of Clivia. Avoid direct contact between fertilizer and the root system of the plant, otherwise it is easy to burn the roots of Clivia.