31. I apparently had overwatered it, and I fear that it might have developed root rot . 32. Plants with root rot should be removed and destroyed. 33. Poinsettias require regular watering but need to be well-drained or they'll easily get root rot . 34. Rust and fusarium root rot are more common problems. 35. Therefore, Phytophthora root rot may occur on papaya at any age in poorly drained areas. 36. Caveats : susceptible to root rot and fungal disease when grown in moist, heavy soil. 37. Since the 1940s various breeds of root rot -resistant avocados have been developed to minimize tree damage. 38. Recently cleared land is best avoided to help resist the root rot , " Armillaria mellia ". 39. Using a heavy soil, such as one dug up from outdoors can also cause root rot . 40. Like many other parts of Tasmania, this area is susceptible to Phytophthora ( root rot ).
