What to Do When a Money Tree's Roots Turn Soft? Causes and Solutions
The money tree (Pachira aquatica) is a flower that many growers cultivate. Not only does its name carry a good meaning, but its ornamental value is also quite high. However, although many people grow money trees, many problems often arise during cultivation. Roots turning soft is one of them, and in severe cases a money tree with soft roots can die. So what should you do when a money tree's roots turn soft? Let's take a look together below!
1. Cut off the rotten roots
When a money tree's roots turn soft, it shows up on the plant's trunk, leaf branches and other organs. This causes the ornamental value of the money tree to drop severely. If the money tree's roots turn soft, then the roots have most likely begun to rot. At this point, in order to reduce the parts of the money tree's roots that are rotting, we should promptly cut off the roots that have already rotted. First, take the money tree plant out whole. Remove the soil from the roots cleanly, check the specific rotten parts of the roots, and then remove them together with the old roots. This prevents the rotten area of the roots from expanding and the plant ultimately losing its ability to grow.
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After cutting off the rotten roots of the money tree, in order to help the money tree recover its growing ability as soon as possible, the plant should be replanted into soil promptly. However, before replanting, we must first disinfect the money tree. For the disinfectant, you can choose carbendazim, potassium permanganate and other easy options. After diluting the solution, put the roots directly into the solution to disinfect. After disinfection, provide the plant with a shady environment and let it dry naturally in the shade. Once dry, replanting can begin. When replanting, prepare new soil and a new pot to prevent bacteria in the old flower pot and soil from infecting the money tree's healthy roots again.
3. Provide light
After dealing with a plant whose roots have turned soft, light is essential in order to let the money tree recover its original growing ability as soon as possible. Therefore, after replanting, pay attention to providing the money tree with a certain amount of light. However, pay attention to the light intensity; the light must not be too strong, otherwise it may worsen the condition and cause the money tree to die. Especially during the seedling recovery period, it must not be exposed to strong sun. It is best to let the money tree receive a moderate amount of light in the morning and evening so the leaves can carry out photosynthesis.
4. Control fertilizer and water
There are many causes of a money tree's roots turning soft, including improper watering and fertilizing. Overwatering or too high a fertilizer concentration can both cause a money tree's roots to turn soft. Although the money tree likes a relatively moist environment, the soil must not become waterlogged, otherwise the roots cannot breathe, and the roots become soft from soaking in water and gradually rot. If the fertilizer concentration is too high, it may burn the roots. Therefore, before fertilizing, be sure to dilute the fertilizer thoroughly, which both reduces the threat of fertilizer burn and allows the roots to absorb it well.
The above is a brief introduction to what to do when a money tree's roots turn soft. That's all for today's introduction. This article is for reference only, and we hope it can help you!