Euharis or Amazon lily - a plant with large onions.
Visually, the flowers resemble Daffodilsbut several times their size.
Caring for Euharis does not imply special conditions, but its main enemy is the sun.
Euharis diseases and their treatment
Consider the most common problems and diseases of Euharis or the Amazon lily.
The main problems with growing Euharis arise in violation of the rules of its content. Among the common signs of plant disease are loss of foliage, bulb rot or lack of flowering.
If you notice the problem in time, then saving the lily from death will be easy. Diseases of Euharis are treated by simple transplantation and changing conditions or drugs that can be found in any specialized flower shop.
IMPORTANT: Cultivation of Euharis implies the observance of elementary rules. When they are disturbed, the plant's immunity is reduced to a significant extent, which leads to permanent problems in the form of lack of flowering, loss of leaves or rotting of the bulb.
Leaves turn yellow and die
Why leaves turn yellow and die at home and what to do?
Yellowing and dying off of insignificant amount of leaves for Euharis is considered natural situation.
If the plant loses a large amount of foliage, then this is a cause for concern. The main reasons for this condition may be incorrect conditions, too abundant watering or, conversely, lack of moisture. Too high temperatures can also cause the leaves to turn yellow.
When such a problem arises, it is necessary to attempt to save the plant as soon as possible.
What to do if the leaves of Euharis turn yellow and die:
- the plant must be transplanted into a new ground;
- during transplantation it is important to check the condition of the roots of Euharis (if necessary, remove the rotten parts);
- after removing parts of the roots, they must be treated with crushed coal;
- the transplanted plant must be watered in accordance with the prescriptions and create favorable conditions for it (direct sunlight is detrimental to the Amazon lily);
- fertilizers and fertilizing should be applied in strict accordance with the instructions (excessive use of drugs often leads to yellowing of the leaves).
Bulb rotting
Consider how to save the bulb Euharis?
The rotting of Euharis bulbs is the most common problem resulting from excessive watering of the plant. In most cases, regardless of the stage of the lesion, they can be saved.
To determine the rot of the bulbs can be on their soft consistency, staining and raw structure. The affected segments should be carefully cut off with a sharp knife and covered with chopped activated carbon.
The bulbs are recommended to be placed on the newspaper, wait for them to dry out and land in the ground in the traditional way. The place for drying must be chosen. as airy as possible and with moderate lighting.
Another reason for the defeat of the bulb may be the appearance pests. To recognize them is not difficult - on the surface it is easy to notice small parasites resembling aphids. In this case, the bulb can be saved in two ways.
- The easiest option is heat treatment. The bulbs should be dipped in hot water (temperature maximum 45 degrees) for a few hours. After this procedure, they are dried and planted in a new soil.
- A more complicated method is the use of drugs. In five liters of water must be diluted in 10 ml of "BI 58" and "Aktellika." In the resulting solution, the bulbs are soaked for several hours, after which they can be planted before they are dried.
The plant does not bloom, what to do?
Why does Euharis not bloom at home and how to make the plant bloom?
Draft, excessive sunshine or darkening are the main factors preventing the appearance of buds. To eliminate the problem, it is necessary to create favorable conditions for the plant and ensure proper care.
Other reasons for the lack of flowering Euharis:
- irregular planting (Euharis is planted with several bulbs, the flowering of a single plant will have to wait several years);
- insufficient rest period (in winter, watering of the plant is reduced, and the bulbs must be at rest);
- lack of sufficient light or frequent temperature changes (bulb formation slows down);
- dry air (it is recommended that Euharis be sprayed at all times, except during the flowering period, in the absence of sufficient air moisture the leaves will deform and dry, and the long-awaited buds will not appear).
To stimulate flowering Euharis, you can use additives such as "Bud" or "Pollen". Preparations are used in accordance with the instructions, but for the Amazon lily concentration should be chosen minimum. Before watering the soil with stimulants, it should be moistened with ordinary water at room temperature.
You can learn more about the flowering of Euharis or the Amazon lily in the video below:
How to make bloom?
If Euharis does not bloom for a long time, it is necessary to take cardinal measures of its rehabilitation. To do this, the soil is dried, stopping watering and the use of fertilizers.
IMPORTANT! The pot is placed in a cool and dark place. After radical measures, the plant is planted in a new ground, and the process of leaving is resumed in accordance with the rules.
To carry out the specified procedure is recommended before the onset of winter. The whole cold period Euharis should be held at rest. Transplant need to do in early spring. Subject to the rules, the first flowers will appear as soon as possible.
Pests
The most common pests that Euharis can suffer from are considered spider mites, thrips and scale insects.
These parasites appear only if there is poor immunity in the plant and improper care of it.
You can notice the pests by the characteristic yellowing of the leaves and the presence of microscopic parasites.
You can get rid of pests on Euharis in the following ways:
- before using solutions, it is recommended to wipe the leaves of Euharis with a sponge moistened with soapy water;
- when insects appear on the foliage of the plant, they use Actellic or Fitoverm (you can use almost any type of systemic insecticide);
- if Euharis is slightly affected by gray rot, then the plant can be saved with a solution of Bordeaux liquids, Topaz or Champion preparations;
- when Euharis is significantly affected by gray mold, the damaged areas are cut out, and the treatment is carried out with Oxyhom, copper sulphate or Kuproksat.
In the event of the occurrence of diseases or damage of Euharis by pests, it is not difficult to get rid of problems. The key factors in this case are the timeliness of rehabilitation and changes in the process of caring for the plant.
