Zamiokulkas is a herbaceous plant from the picture family. It naturally grows in tropical forests and savannas of South-Eastern Africa. We are happy to grow it in our homes because there are no high care requirements. But what to do when it is poor in the eyes? How to recognize diseases and pests of pests? You can find answers to these questions in this article.
The leaves turn yellow if the plant is coldi.e. it will be exposed to a temperature of about 5 degrees Celsius. This is a common situation when we buy a specimen in winter.
Brown spots can be formed on the leaves, and sometimes these parts turn yellow and dry. This often indicates too sunny position. Remember that the strong sun causes burns.
Zamiokulkas does not like excess water. With frequent watering, his rhizomes are rotted. The symptom of overflow is yellowing of the leaves and the lack of release of new ones.
Excess water or too low room temperature can lead to phytophthorosiswhich phytophthora fungi causes. Then we notice watery spots on the leaves.
Yellow and falling leaves of this specimen may also indicate the presence of spider mites. Pests are visible on the underside of the leaves. They are characterized by an oval shape, and females orange or black.
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As you can see, the main cause of deterioration of Zamiokulkasa’s condition is its transfer. To avoid this error, it is worth providing him with permeable soil, as well as a layer of drainage at the bottom of the pot. Let’s water the specimen sparingly, just do it once a week. It is better to dry it than pour it.
However, if there was a pouring, then let’s water the plant again when its substrate completely dries. With phytophthorosis. Let’s also put it in a warmer place.
When the appearance of pests, let’s use chemicalswhich we will buy in a gardening store. Homemade, natural methods are also effective, e.g. rinsing the arachnids with water or gray soap solution.
Both a healthy and miserable specimen should be ensured by the right air temperature. In the summer it should be from 20 to 25 degrees Celsius, and in winter from 16 to 18 degrees Celsius. The place must be secluded and free of drafts.
