Diseases of the money tree - how to resuscitate

The money tree (bastard, crassula) is considered magical, as it brings the energy of prosperity to the home. Therefore, many people want their tree not to hurt and live as long as possible. To do this, you need to follow some care rules that even beginners can do.

How many years does the money tree live, what can harm it

If you properly care for a tree, then it can live for about 50 years. But this is very rare. The standard lifespan of the crassula is 20-30 years.

Improper care, lack of fertilizers, diseases of the money tree and pests - all this affects the development and longevity of the plant.

Healthy money tree

Major succulent diseases and home therapy

You need to know what to do if alarming symptoms of diseases appear, and how to quickly cure the plant so that it does not die.

Silver coating

Money tree diseases - why leaves fall off the money tree

A silvery coating on the leaves can occur due to excess moisture and cold air. In such a situation, it is necessary to carefully examine the Crassula. If no harmful factors were found, then a silvery bloom indicates that the plant has survived stress. In this case, you should not interfere, the plant will soon recover on its own.

Green bumps

Small outgrowths can appear if the soil is moistened too often. In this case, it is necessary to adjust the regularity of watering.

Important! If you have pimples, you should carefully examine the plant. Maybe it's the scabbard settled.

Red or purple color

If the fat woman's leaves turn red or turn purple, then the plant should be covered from the rays of the sun or rearranged in a darker place.

When exposed to strong sun exposure, the leaves change color to red or purple.

The second reason for this disease of the fat woman is the lack of fresh air. In this case, the room should be ventilated every day.

The third reason for foliage reddening is an overabundance or, conversely, a deficiency of nutrients. To eliminate the disease, you will need to adjust the feeding.

Attention! You do not need to pick off the red leaves. It is enough to shade the plant, ventilate the room, feed the tree correctly, then the leaves will again acquire a green tint.

Leaves wither and turn yellow

If the leaves of the money tree have become soft and lethargic, turn yellow, you need to know what to do in this case. This symptom indicates insufficient lighting and watering. This problem is easy to fix: you need to adjust the frequency of soil moisture and put the pot on the window, where the light is brighter. But it is possible that sluggish leaves can be a symptom of root rot.

The tree is losing its leaves

If the foliage falls off, then this symptom speaks of improper watering, the use of cold water. Also, such a problem may appear due to the difference between air and ground temperatures.

Crassula losing lower leaves

For irrigation, it is recommended to use warm, settled water, and take into account the ambient temperature.

Brown or brown spots

This symptom indicates a lack of moisture. If the soil is dry, the leaves begin to dry, and later fall off.

Attention! A fungus or bacteria that can cause the crassula to rot is also the cause of brown spots.

Root or stem rot

Root decay occurs due to frequent watering of the plant. If generous watering is not stopped in time, then the root and stem at the base turn black, become sticky, acquire an unpleasant odor, and the tree will already be very difficult to save.

Stagnant growth

There is no definite solution to this problem. If crassula grows and develops slowly, you need to take care of proper hydration, lighting and feeding.

Soft and thin leaves

Why the fat woman's leaves have become soft and what to do in this case is a frequent question for flower growers. The softness and thinness of the leaves indicate waterlogging. It is important to stop watering as soon as possible. The next time it will be possible to moisten it only after the soil in the pot dries out.

Important! This symptom may also indicate too much soil density.

White dots

Whitish spots appear on the foliage due to excessive moisture. With proper conditions, these points will soon disappear.

White dots indicate high humidity

Leaf burn

Crassula loves the sun's rays, but they should be scattered, especially at noon. If direct rays fall on the plant, then the leaves will become wrinkled, darken and dry out.

Small leaves

Small leaves are a symptom that the plant lacks light and nutrients. It is important to establish a feeding regime, add lighting, then the tree in return will thank you with beautiful, large, resilient leaves.

Crassula pests and how to deal with them

DIY money tree bonsai

Insects that live on plants are a common problem. They can be very harmful to the plant. But it is much easier to cope with plant parasites than, for example, fungal diseases.

Mealybug

This pest can be seen quite often on the money tree. The worm is usually found on the roots and in the axils of foliage, feeding on plant tissues. As a result, the immunity of the tree gradually weakens, the appearance of the bush deteriorates, the greens are covered with a powdery bloom that looks like cotton wool.

Mealybug feeds on crassula tissues

This pest can be washed off with running water. Then the fat woman is disinfected by wiping with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol solution or infusion of garlic.

You can use "Actellic" or "Fufafon" in the fight against worms.

Shield

It is easy to detect this pest on the plant: it will be given out by light brown bumps or spots on the leaves and stem with a yellow tinge.

To get rid of the scale insects, it is enough to collect the insects with your hands, then treat the bush with "Fitoverm" or soap solution.

Attention! Fitoverm must be used strictly according to the instructions. This is the only way to quickly get rid of the pest.

Root worm

The worm lives on the roots of the plant, but it is not easy to find it. Often he is noticed when transplanting a fat woman in the spring.

To save Crassula, it is necessary to rinse the roots with water (about 50 ° C), then spray them with Aktellik or Fufafon: 2 times a day with an interval of 1 week.

Spider mite

This minor pest can cause tremendous damage to the plant. Even though it is small, it is very easy to see the tick. It looks like a small gray or red dot that is constantly moving. The cobweb that envelops the leaves of the plant is a clear sign of the appearance of this insect.

Spider mites can kill a plant

You can deal with it with the help of the drug "Apollo" or soap solution.

Of the folk methods of treatment, this is very effective: a fat woman is sprayed, a bag is put on it, which is tightened on a pot. Thus, the humidity rises, and the mite dies.

How to reanimate a fat woman after an illness

Why do the leaves of the money tree fall

Most often, when growing Crassula, you can encounter such a problem as stem rot. Usually, beginners, not knowing the rules of plant care, begin to water the plant very abundantly. But if you do not allow the soil to dry out, then waterlogging will lead to rotting of the roots, and the stem will separate from them. It will be impossible to save the fat woman.

Rooting cuttings

The only thing that can be done is to root the cuttings. To do this, follow a series of steps:

Choose healthy cuttings, the length of which is at least 10 cm.
They should be carefully cut off and left to dry for 24 hours at room temperature.
After the leaves are removed from the petioles and put in water. It is better to put a container with twigs in partial shade, they will be uncomfortable in the sun. Roots should appear in 2-3 weeks.
Prepare a container for planting: wash it with soap, disinfect it in a solution of potassium permanganate.
At the bottom of the container, you need to lay out expanded clay, in a layer of 6-8 cm, and fill up to half the pot with a mixture of sand and turf in a ratio of 1: 1.
Using a pencil, you need to make a hole in the ground with a depth of 2-3 cm and put a stalk in it.
Then the remaining soil is poured, not reaching the edge of the container 2-3 cm.
After planting, the cutting should be watered using settled water at room temperature.

Prevention of diseases and pests

Disease and pest prevention is about taking proper care of the tree. If you follow all the rules, take it seriously, then the plant will not hurt.

Beautiful and healthy fat woman

Proper plant care

In order for the fat woman to be strong and beautiful, it is recommended to strictly observe all the nuances of keeping the plant in the room:

The pot in which the crassula grows should be wide, but not too high - so the superficial roots will develop well and will not rot.
The pot with the bastard should be in a place where there are no drafts. It is important to wipe off the dust that has settled on the leaves.
The temperature in the room where the money tree "lives" should be + 20 ... + 25 ° C, and during the rest period (in winter) the room should be cool - + 15 ... + 17 ° C.
To maintain immunity, you should regularly feed the tree - this will help protect the crop from the risk of infection by fungi and bacteria.
The recommended soil for the fat woman is sod land, in which the plant will develop better.
The pot with the plant should be placed on the window on the south side of the apartment or on the east - so in the summer Crassula will not suffer from sunburn, and in winter it will have enough light.
In the spring and summer, it is allowed to take the money tree out onto the street or balcony - this has a positive effect on its development.
Regular and correct watering is the key to the successful growth of Crassula.

According to feng shui, the money tree brings good luck and success in financial affairs. It is a symbol of wealth. Crassula is also able to purify the air in the room, relieve stress, and improve the microflora in the room. All this in general has a positive effect on human health, therefore it is necessary to properly care for the fat woman in order to avoid diseases and pest attacks.