Methods for treating cyclamen from diseases and pests

Many growers love cyclamens for their beautiful buds. This plant can be susceptible to various diseases. We will tell you more about the ways to treat this beautiful flower from diseases and pests.

Various influences can lead to damage to the flower. Experts note that the reasons leading to plant damage are most often the following:

• waterlogging of the soil in which the flower is located;
• incorrectly selected room temperature;
• irrational watering;
• decrease in humidity;
• incorrectly selected soil substrate;
• reduced insolation.

Each of these factors causes the appearance of the cyclamen to change. So, an increase in the air temperature in the room where these flowers are located leads to the fact that their beautiful buds fall off. And also such a change in the microclimate can cause the leaves to begin to dry.

Lower temperatures can also damage the plant. You can suspect negative changes in the flower if you carefully observe it. So, if suddenly a blooming cyclamen has thrown off its buds, then in this case it is imperative to evaluate the temperature in the room where it is located. If this decorative flower is frozen, then urgent measures must be taken to help protect it from death.

Proper watering is essential for good plant growth. Some (especially beginners) flower growers are afraid to dry out the cyclamen and water it quite often. Such frequent watering, as a rule, leads to damage to the root apparatus of an indoor flower. If the flooded cyclamen begins to rot, in this case, watering should be significantly reduced. Moreover, after overflow, the plant requires careful care.

If the cyclamen withers, then in this case it is necessary to assess the humidity. Cyclamen is a plant that withers and dies in too dry air. And also experts recommend that lovers of cyclamens think about changing humidity in the event that the flowers have wilted.

If the leaves of this decorative flower are curled, then in this case, experts recommend that you evaluate the humidity in the room. Too dry indoor air quite often leads to such specific changes. If it is not possible to change the humidity in the room with the flower in time, then with a high degree of probability its owner will have to sadly note in a few weeks that his pet has completely withered and withered.

Various parasites can also lead to damage to the flower. Microscopic pathogenic fungi settle on the foliage of cyclamen, leading to a change in its appearance. Affected leaves in some diseases caused by parasites curl down and turn pale. And also a characteristic white bloom may appear on the foliage.

Diseases of cyclamens occur with a change in the appearance of plants. Fusarium can cause yellowing of foliage. In this case, the change in the sheet begins, as a rule, from its upper part. Specific fungi are the cause of this disease. The danger of this disease is that microbes can damage the internal structures of the plant. In this case, the diseased plant begins to wilt. If cyclamen treatment is not started on time, in this case, fungi can damage its root apparatus. In such a situation, it will be extremely difficult to cure the flower.

Excessive moisture in the soil substrate is a fairly common cause of rot. Moreover, it can have a different color. The danger of this pathology is that severe damage to the root system occurs. In such a situation, full-fledged growth of cyclamen is impossible. If there is a lot of rot, then, unfortunately, it is not always possible to save the plant.

Reduced room temperature and dampness are the reasons leading to the appearance of gray rot on the plant. The appearance of this disease is caused by the defeat of the root apparatus of the flower by fungi. Even a novice florist can identify this disease. To do this, you must carefully examine the leaves and flowers of the cyclamen. The presence of a gray wet bloom on the leaves, the death of peduncles and a strong drop of buds are signs of this disease.

Exposure to cyclamen in high humidity and high temperature conditions can lead to anthracnose. This disease is also caused by parasitic fungi that inhabit the plant. These parasites, as a rule, affect the condition of leaves and peduncles. Such a disease can usually be suspected only when the cyclamen "releases" flower stalks. If they look dry and have a pale color, and the leaves dry quickly and begin to fall off, then you should think about treating the flower from anthracnose.

Various parasites can also damage the flower. One of the pests that lead to plant damage are scale insects. The plant can be affected by both adults and larvae. With severe damage to the plant, pests can be found almost everywhere - on leaves, soil substrate, peduncles, flowers. The danger of adults for plants also lies in the fact that they are able to infect several flowers at once, since they have wings and can fly from place to place. Moreover, small parasites can fly even to a neighboring flower. That is why experts recommend isolating a plant infected with scale insects from others.

Thrips can also harm cyclamens. The adult representatives of these parasites are small - about 1.5–2 mm. Moreover, as a rule, they settle on foliage. Experts note that when a plant is infected with thrips, it is extremely important to immediately take action and start treatment. Otherwise, the diseased flower will begin to dry out and quickly drop the collected buds.

Pests that can infect cyclamens also include cyclamen ticks. In some cases, it is extremely difficult to identify the disease caused by these parasites. The fact is that these mites are microscopic in size, which means that it is difficult to determine with the help of a regular visual examination. The plant is damaged not only by adults, but also by the larvae. Experts note that it is possible to accurately identify cyclamen mites only using a microscope.

The risk of infection of cyclamens with such mites increases significantly if the temperature in the room where the plants are located is too high. Dry air can also increase the risk of these pests infesting the flower.Experts recommend that when treating ornamental plants from cyclamen ticks, not only use special preparations, but also change the microclimate indicators. Only such comprehensive measures will help to ensure that sick cyclamens can be saved.

Aphids can also lead to the defeat of cyclamens. With early detection of these parasites, it is quite easy to cure the affected plants. Experts do not advise delaying the treatment of infected flowers. Aphids, in the course of their life, feed on cyclamen juices, which leads to the fact that the flower infected with these parasites begins to wither. The plant also grows more slowly and its leaves begin to curl.

Cyclamen treatment should be carried out in a comprehensive manner. Before you save a flower, you should definitely determine what reason led to its damage. At the same time, it is extremely important to identify diseases caused by pests. If, however, changes in the indoor microclimate have led to damage to the plant, in this case it is necessary to adjust the humidity and temperature, as well as the frequency of watering. Unfortunately, it is not always possible to revive almost completely dried cyclamens. This usually happens if treatment was not started on time. In case of severe damage to the cyclamen root apparatus, unfortunately, you will have to say goodbye to it.

Treatment of diseases caused by pests consists in the use of special preparations. So, in order to cure a diseased plant from aphids, it should be treated with an insecticidal agent, for example, "Aktara" or "Commander". It is necessary to process leaves affected by pests. It is more convenient to do this with a cotton swab dipped in a medicinal product.

It is also necessary to do insecticidal treatment if the plant is affected by thrips. For this, drugs such as "Apache", "Akarin" and others are used. Before spraying the affected flower, the insecticidal agent must be diluted with water. This must be done according to the instructions. It will be possible to revive the plant only if, in addition to insecticidal treatment, the humidity in the room is adjusted. So, if the air in the room is too dry, in such a situation it is recommended to think about purchasing a humidifier or placing a container with water at a short distance from the plant.

Insecticides are also necessary for the treatment of cyclamens from scabbards. Dealing with them can be quite tricky. In some cases, several re-treatments of the damaged plant against these pests are required. Usually, the flower should be treated at intervals of 2-4 weeks (depending on the chosen insecticidal agent).

Resuscitation of a plant infected with gray rot is carried out in a complex manner. If characteristic signs of this pathological condition appear, the flower should be cut off immediately. In this case, you need to remove all damaged areas. To improve the condition, the cyclamen should be moved to a room that is well ventilated, and any drafts should be excluded. An important part of the treatment for gray rot is to reduce the frequency of watering. The accumulation of excess moisture in the soil will only contribute to the progression of the disease.

It is quite difficult to treat sick cyclamens. Experts note that preventive measures help to significantly reduce the risk of damage to flowers by various pests. It is recommended to observe them immediately after buying a cyclamen. For good growth, the flower needs an optimal air temperature, as well as moderate watering. There are not a few tips worth paying attention to.

• In order to identify any damage to the flower in time, it must be inspected regularly. In this case, special attention should be paid to foliage. Leaves must be inspected not only from the top side, but also from the bottom. You can use a magnifying glass if necessary. This will allow you to detect even the smallest changes, which means, if necessary and on time, start treatment.
• Before planting cyclamen in the substrate, it is recommended to process the soil. For this purpose, it is sterilized or steamed. Some experts recommend treating the substrate with a weak solution of potassium permanganate.
• In order for the cyclamen to grow well, the nutrient substrate in which it is located should not be fertilized too much. So, the abuse of nitrogen fertilizers can cause damage to the root apparatus of a flower, which means, lead to its slowed down growth.
• Choosing the best sized pot is very important. These decorative flowers tend to grow well in medium-sized containers. Experts recommend choosing a pot for this beautiful flower in such a way that the distance between its corm and the wall of the pot is approximately 2.5–3 cm. It is better to place the pot with the plant away from heating appliances.

You can find out how to properly transplant cyclamen by watching the video below.