root rot
noun
: any of various plant diseases characterized by decay of the roots and caused especially by fungi
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Both underwatering and root rot from overwatering can cause this problem, so check soil moisture and adjust your watering schedule as needed.
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
Common diseases that can affect plants include bacterial heart rot, root rot, and fusariosis (also known as fruit rot), which is often caused by poor drainage.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 24 May 2026
Only repot pothos during winter if your plants are suffering from root rot or another major issue.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2026
Either way, the presence of the nutsedge has given a clear roadmap for corrective maintenance on an issue that often isn’t noticeable until root rot sets in.
—Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 18 May 2026
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Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 28 May 2026
Common diseases that can affect plants include bacterial heart rot, root rot, and fusariosis (also known as fruit rot), which is often caused by poor drainage.
—Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 24 May 2026
Only repot pothos during winter if your plants are suffering from root rot or another major issue.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2026
Either way, the presence of the nutsedge has given a clear roadmap for corrective maintenance on an issue that often isn’t noticeable until root rot sets in.
—Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 18 May 2026
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“Root rot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/root%20rot. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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