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Root Rot: signs and treatment in Jamaica
A general term for decay of roots caused by soil-borne fungi (Pythium, Rhizoctonia, Phytophthora) in waterlogged conditions. PlantArmor's crop guides list root rot as a common problem on escallion and thyme.
Signs to look for
- Yellowing and wilting of the whole plant
- Brown, mushy, or slimy roots
- Plant collapses suddenly
What to do
Crops it affects
Questions growers ask
How do I recognise root rot?
A general term for decay of roots caused by soil-borne fungi (Pythium, Rhizoctonia, Phytophthora) in waterlogged conditions. The signs to look for: Yellowing and wilting of the whole plant. Brown, mushy, or slimy roots. Plant collapses suddenly.
What should I do about root rot?
Improve soil drainage immediately. Stop watering. Apply soil drenches like Metalaxyl or Fosetyl-Al if caught early. Always read the product label and observe the registered rate, re-entry period and pre-harvest interval before you apply any pesticide.
Which crops are affected by root rot in Jamaica?
PlantArmor's crop guides list root rot as a common problem on escallion and thyme.
Check it in the field
PlantArmor's reference library works offline, so you can compare what you are seeing against it standing in the plot, then log the spray you use along with its re-entry and pre-harvest intervals. Free to use.
This description and treatment come from the same reference library the PlantArmor app uses in the field. Pesticide registrations and permitted uses change — always read the current product label and observe the stated rate, re-entry period and pre-harvest interval.