Java Citronella with Root Rot: Causes & Solutions
Cymbopogon winterianus
Java Citronella is a plant that needs and moderate watering. When showing root rot, it may indicate issues related to its environment or care.
Is your Java Citronella showing root rot? Discover 2 possible causes and how to treat them.
🔍 Possible Causes (2)
Pythium Root Rot
Pythium root rot is a serious fungal disease caused by various Pythium species including P. aphanidermatum, P. ultimum, and P. irregulare. These water molds are present in practically all cultivated soils and attack plant roots under wet conditions, causing rapid wet rot that can extend into the stem. The disease is favored by poor drainage, overwatering, and specific temperatures depending on the species.
✓ Related symptoms:
- • Dark brown to black wet rot of roots
- • Crown may turn brown-black with soft rot
⚡ Quick Fixes:
Step 1
Root Rot
Root rot is a serious fungal disease that affects the root system of plants, causing them to decay and die. It is primarily caused by overwatering, poor drainage, or soil-borne fungi such as Pythium, Phytophthora, Rhizoctonia, and Fusarium. The disease thrives in waterlogged conditions where roots are deprived of oxygen, making them susceptible to fungal infection.
✓ Related symptoms:
- • Foul, rotting odor from the root zone
⚡ Quick Fixes:
Emergency unpotting