What to do if the roots of Ice Lantern Jade Plant rot

Causes of root rot

Overwatering

Water is the source of life. Nothing can grow without water, but for the ice lantern jade dew, water has both advantages and disadvantages. It is drought-resistant and afraid of waterlogging in the soil, so excessive watering can easily lead to root rot.

Pests and diseases

Pests and diseases are also important causes of plant root rot.

Many times, insects are not attached to the surface of plants, but hidden in the soil, making them difficult to detect with the naked eye.

Pests and diseases are likely to eat away the entire root, causing the death of the ice lantern jade plant.

What to do if the roots rot

Preventing root rot

When watering, follow the principle of not watering unless the soil is dry, and watering thoroughly when you do.

In summer and winter when the ice lantern jade is in its dormant period, you can reduce watering or even stop watering.

Usually we should pay more attention to preventing diseases and pests.

Remedies for root rot

Pull out the leaves below the ice lantern jade plant where it is connected to the roots, exposing the stem, place it in a cool place to dry for dozens of days, then plant it in the soil and wait for it to grow again.

You can use a knife to scrape off the rotten roots, apply carbendazim, leave it alone, wait for it to grow new tissue, and then transplant it.