Best option to treat this root rot?
Posted Mar 20, 2022, 5:30 AM UTC
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Was transplanting some of the succulents I got in the mail recently and noticed this one had root rot while I was washing off the soil. It hasn't been watered in at least 6 days.
What's the best option to prevent the rot from spreading further up the stem? I currently have it sitting in some absolutely dry pumice to help wick the moisture away.
Should I scrape some of the rot away with a sterilized scalpel and let it sit out of a pot until it callouses over? Maybe sprinkle some sulfur?
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Yes scrape or cut any rot, black or mushy part. Cut until you see green. If the whole stem is dead just propagate the leaves.
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Luckily it was very shallow rot. Thanks!
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Definitely remove/cut the rotten parts of the root system. I see, there's still at least a few of healthy whitish roots.
Will do! thanks!