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Duranta erecta
Also known as : Skyflower, Forget-me-not bush
Golden dewdrops (Duranta erecta) is an ornamental sprawling shrub commonly found in subtropical and tropical gardens all over the world. Its gentle purple blossoms are often visited by butterflies and hummingbirds. Golden dewdrops is considered a weed in Australia, South Africa and certain parts of East Asia.
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Golden dewdrops plants are moderate drinkers; when grown outside, they tend to do best if given about one inch of water per week. If natural rainfall about matches up with that, then great! If not, you can add supplemental water to make up the difference. These plants prefer their soil to be moist but not constantly wet. For container plantings, water only when the top layer of soil is dry.
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Fertilizing Care
When grown in rich soil, golden dewdrops typically needs no fertilizer amendments at all. If your soil is poorer, though, or if you're noticing growth is lacking, applying a balanced (e.g., 10-10-10 mix) fertilizer can help. Powder or granular slow-release formulas typically work the best, and these can be applied annually (in the spring) or even biannually (in spring, summer, and fall), if your soil is quite poor.
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Trim the diseased, withered leaves once a month.
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Golden dewdrop can be repotted every 1-2 years in the spring.
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What is the best way to water my Golden dewdrops?
Your Golden dewdrops will not be too picky about how you choose to water it. As such, you can use just about any common watering tool to moisten this plant’s soil. Watering cans, hoses, and even cups will work just fine when it is time to water your Golden dewdrops. Regardless of which watering tool you use, you should typically apply the water directly to the soil. In doing so, you should ensure that you moisten all soil areas equally to give all parts of the root system the water it needs. It can help to use filtered water, as tap water can contain particles that are harmful to plants. It is also beneficial to use water that is at or slightly above room temperature, as colder or hotter water can be somewhat shocking to the Golden dewdrops. However, the Golden dewdrops usually responds well to any kind of water you give it.
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What should I do if I water my Golden dewdrops too much or too little?
For outdoor plants, especially newly planted plants or plant seedlings, they can be prone to lack of watering. Remember that you need to keep watering enough for a few months when the tree is small or just planted. This is because once the roots are established, Golden dewdrops can rely on rain most of the time. When your Golden dewdrops is planted in pots, overwatering is often more likely to.When you accidentally overwater your Golden dewdrops, you should be prepared to remedy the situation immediately. First, you should stop watering your plant right away to minimize the effect of your overwatering. After, you should consider removing your Golden dewdrops from its pot to inspect its roots. If you find that none of the roots have developed root rot, it may be permissible to return your plant to its container. If you do discover signs of root rot, then you should trim away any roots that have been affected. You may also want to apply a fungicide to prevent further damage. Lastly, you should repot your Golden dewdrops in soil that is well-draining. In the case of an underwatered Golden dewdrops, simply water this plant more frequently. Underwatering is often an easy fix. If you underwater, the plant's leaves will tend to droop and dry out and fall off, and the leaves will quickly return to fullness after sufficient watering. Please correct your watering frequency as soon as underwatering occurs.
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How often should I water my Golden dewdrops?
Most plants that grow naturally outdoors can be allowed to grow normally with rainfall. If your area lacks rainfall, consider giving your plants adequate watering every 2 weeks during the spring and fall. More frequent watering is needed in summer. In winter, when growth becomes slower and plants need less water, water more sparingly. Throughout the winter, you may not give it additional watering at all. If your Golden dewdrops is young or newly planted, then you should water more frequently to help it establish, and mature and grow up to have more adaptable and drought tolerant plants. For potted plants, there are two main ways that you can determine how often to water your Golden dewdrops. The first way is to set a predetermined watering schedule. If you choose this route, you should plan to water this plant about once every week or once every other week. However, this approach may not always work as it does not consider the unique conditions of the growing environment for your Golden dewdrops . Your watering frequency can also change depending on the season. For instance, a predetermined watering schedule will likely not suffice during summer when this plant's water needs are highest. An alternative route is to set your watering frequency based on soil moisture. Typically, it is best to wait until the first two to four inches of soil, usually ⅓ to ½ depth of the pots, have dried out entirely before you give more water.
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How much water does my Golden dewdrops need?
When it comes time to water your Golden dewdrops, you may be surprised to find that this plant does not always need a high volume of water. Instead, if only a few inches of soil have dried since your last watering, you can support healthy growth in the Golden dewdrops by giving it about five to ten ounces of water every time you water. You can also decide your water volume based on soil moisture. As mentioned above, you should note how many inches of soil have dried out between waterings. A surefire way to make sure your Golden dewdrops gets the moisture it needs is to supply enough water to moisten all the soil layers that became dry since the last time you watered. If more than half of the soil has become dry, you should consider giving more water than usual. In those cases, continue adding water until you see excess water draining from your pot’s drainage holes. If your Golden dewdrops is planted in an area that gets plenty of rain outdoors, it may not need additional watering. When the Golden dewdrops is young or just getting established, make sure it gets 1-2 inches of rain per week. As it continues to grow and establish, it can survive entirely on rainwater and only when the weather is hot and there is no rainfall at all for 2-3 weeks, then consider giving your Golden dewdrops a full watering to prevent them from suffering stress.
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How can I tell if i'm watering my Golden dewdrops enough?
Overwatering is a far more common problem for the Golden dewdrops, and there are several signs you should look for when this occurs. Generally, an overwatered Golden dewdrops will have yellowing leaves and may even drop some leaves. Also, overwatering can cause the overall structure of your plant to shrivel and may also promote root rot. On the other hand, an underwatered Golden dewdrops will also begin to wilt. It may also display leaves that are brown or brittle to the touch. Whether you see signs of overwatering or underwatering, you should be prepared to intervene and restore the health of your Golden dewdrops.
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How can I water my Golden dewdrops at different growth stages?
When the Golden dewdrops is very young, such as when it is in a seedling stage, you will need to give it more water than you would if it were at a mature age. During the early stages of this plant’s life, it is important to keep the soil consistently moist to encourage root development. The same is true for any Golden dewdrops that you have transplanted to a new growing location. Also, the Golden dewdrops can develop showy flowers and fruits when you give them the correct care. If your Golden dewdrops is in a flowering or fruiting phase, you will likely need to give a bit more water than you usually would to support these plant structures.
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How can I water my Golden dewdrops through the seasons?
The seasonal changes will affect how often you water your Golden dewdrops. Mainly, during the hottest summer months, you will likely need to increase how much you water this plant, especially if it grows in an area that receives ample sunlight. Strong summer sunlight can cause soil to dry out much faster than usual, meaning that you’ll need to water more frequently. By contrast, your Golden dewdrops will need much less water during the winter, as it will not be in an active growing phase. During winter, you can get by with watering once every 2 to 3 weeks or sometimes not at all. For those growing this plant indoors, you should be somewhat wary of appliances such as air conditioners, which can cause your plant to dry out more quickly, which also calls for more frequent watering.
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What's the difference between watering my Golden dewdrops indoors vs outdoors?
In some cases, your Golden dewdrops may not need any supplemental watering when it grows outside and will survive on rainwater alone. However, if you live in an area of little to no rain, you should water this plant about every two weeks. If you belong to the group of people who live out of this plant's natural hardiness zone, you should grow it indoors. In an indoor setting, you should monitor your plant's soil as it can dry out more quickly when it is in a container or when it is exposed to HVAC units such as air conditioners. Those drying factors will lead you to water this plant a bit more often than if you grew it outdoors.
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Attributes of Golden dewdrops

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Perennial
Plant Type
Shrub
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Mid spring, Late spring, Early summer, Fall, Early winter
Bloom Time
Mid spring, Late spring, Summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Harvest Time
Fall
Plant Height
1 m to 7 m
Spread
60 cm to 3 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
Purple
White
Blue
Fruit Color
Yellow
Gold
Stem Color
Green
Dormancy
Non-dormant
Leaf type
Evergreen
Ideal Temperature
20 - 38 ℃
Growth Season
Spring

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Golden dewdrops
Nobody believed that it was a grass weed when they saw this plant because its blooming pale blue or lilac flowers were extremely beautiful. In fact, his berries were more attractive than its flowers. His berries were round and orange, hanging on the branches like grapes and they were more glittering and translucent under sunlight like dewdrops. As they were like dewdrops, it's called golden dewdrops.

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Cruelty, toxicity, evil, aggressive protection

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Environmental Protection Value
The golden dewdrop has a well-developed root system, strong water absorption and water retention capacity, and has good soil and water conservation effect.
Garden Use
Golden dewdrops can be clustered in flowerbeds, yards, at the poolside, and so on, and can also be used as a hedge. It is a popular choice as an annual plant due to its bright, appealing blooms that appear throughout the summer, remaining all year long in tropical regions. This plant is a good choice for tropical landscaping, Mediterranean gardens, and container plantings, and pairs well with larger-flowered plants like Canna and African lilies.

Scientific Classification of Golden dewdrops

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Brown blotch
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Brown blotch
Brown spot is a plant disease causing severe leaf-spotting and defoliation on Golden dewdrops. Caused by the fungus Bipolaris oryzae, it reduces plant aesthetics and vitality. It is often most active in damp, warm conditions and can be controlled by proper cultural practices and fungicide.
Wilting
Wilting Wilting
Wilting
Wilting is an alarming disease affecting Golden dewdrops, typified by drooping or curling leaves, diminished growth, and eventual plant death if unchecked. It is caused by either bacterial, viral, or fungal infections, or environmental stressors like overwatering, poor drainage, drought, and extreme temperatures.
Flower withering
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Flower withering
Flowers may dry out due to a sudden change in environment or because the plant has completed its normal flowering period.
Solutions: If flower withering is a natural progression due to age, there is nothing that can be done to slow or stop the process. Once hormones within the plant begin the process of senescence, it’s irreversible. For lack of water, immediately water the plant using room temperature rainwater, bottled spring water, or filtered tap water. Water container plants until excess water drains out the bottom; water in-ground plants until the soil is soaked but there isn’t standing water on the surface. In the event of nutritional deficiencies, the best solution is to use a granular or water-soluble liquid fertilizer, and apply it to the soil at about half the recommended dosage. Keep it off the leaves and make sure granular products are watered into the soil well. If the plant is infected with a bacterial or fungal pathogen, there is no course of treatment that cures the diseased plants. The best solution is to remove the infected plants and dispose of the plant material off-site. Do not put in a compost pile.
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Nutrient deficiencies
A lack of nutrients will cause a widespread yellowing of the leaves. The yellowing may begin at the base or top of the plant.
Solutions: There are several easy ways to remedy the nutrient deficiencies in soils. Use a water-soluble fertilizer. Fertilizers will include most or all of the macro and micro-nutrients the plants need to thrive. Adding some fertilizer to the soil will make those nutrients available and can combat deficiencies. Regularly apply organic fertilizer pellets. Organic fertilizers such as animal manures and bonemeal can supply plants with all the nutrients that they need to grow strong and healthy. Apply compost. Though not as finely tuned as artificial fertilizer, compost can nevertheless be rich in important nutrients and should be applied to the soil regularly. Apply nutrients via foliar application. In addition to supplementing the soil with nutrients, foliar fertilizer can be applied directly to the plant's leaves. Nutrients offered via foliar application are often taken up even quicker than those put in the soil, so the foliar application can be great for swiftly addressing specific deficiencies.
Iron deficiency
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Iron deficiency
An iron deficiency can cause yellowing of the leaves, but the veins will remain green and clear.
Solutions: Here's what to do to remedy an iron deficiency in plants: Utilize a fertilizer that has iron. This is the most direct method of addressing iron deficiency. Fertilizer can be incorporated into the soil, or, to see even quicker results, use a foliar spray that includes iron. This is particularly useful for plants grown in containers. Add organic material. Often iron deficiency is not due to a lack of iron present in the soil. Rather, a deficiency occurs because iron is not available in a form that plants can take up. Adding organic material, such as compost, can remedy this. Rich organic material contains micronutrients that can help plants better absorb iron. Adding organic matter to the soil also helps to lower the pH and adds more acidity. Test the soil's pH. Overly alkaline soils can cause iron deficiencies in many plants. Adding sulfur, or another substance that reduces alkalinity, may help if the soil is too alkaline.
Leaf rot
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Leaf rot
This pathogen can cause the leaves to rot.
Solutions: Bacterial infections need to be treated quickly to prevent the spread to neighboring, healthy plants, potentially wiping out large sections of your indoor or outdoor garden. In mild cases: Use sterilized (10% bleach solution) pruning shears or scissors to remove any infected plant parts, making sure to dispose of them off site. Use a copper-based bactericide to treat the unaffected foliage, as well as the soil, and neighboring plants. Follow the manufacturer’s rate and timing directions found on the product label. In severe cases, where more than half the leaves are affected: Remove all of the infected plants from the garden, disposing of them off site. Treat the soil and neighboring plants using a copper-based bactericide. Follow the manufacturer’s rate and timing directions found on the product label.
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What is Brown blotch Disease on Golden dewdrops?
What is Brown blotch Disease on Golden dewdrops?
Brown spot is a plant disease causing severe leaf-spotting and defoliation on Golden dewdrops. Caused by the fungus Bipolaris oryzae, it reduces plant aesthetics and vitality. It is often most active in damp, warm conditions and can be controlled by proper cultural practices and fungicide.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
Golden dewdrops affected by brown spot disease shows symptoms like leaf spotting, where the foliage develops small, dark-brown round to oval spots. As infection progresses, leaf spots enlarge, coalesce, leading to severe defoliation.
What Causes Brown blotch Disease on Golden dewdrops?
What Causes Brown blotch Disease on Golden dewdrops?
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This fungus causes brown spot disease. Its spores are airborne or waterborne and affect Golden dewdrops directly.
How to Treat Brown blotch Disease on Golden dewdrops?
How to Treat Brown blotch Disease on Golden dewdrops?
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Trimming infected areas: Remove and safely discard affected leaves and stems to prevent the spread of the spores.

Ventilation: Increased airflow between the Golden dewdrops plants reduces damp conditions that favor fungal growth.
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Fungicide application: Apply broad-spectrum fungicides like chlorothalonil or mancozeb for control. These systematically kill the fungus cells, mitigating the disease.
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What is Wilting Disease on Golden dewdrops?
What is Wilting Disease on Golden dewdrops?
Wilting is an alarming disease affecting Golden dewdrops, typified by drooping or curling leaves, diminished growth, and eventual plant death if unchecked. It is caused by either bacterial, viral, or fungal infections, or environmental stressors like overwatering, poor drainage, drought, and extreme temperatures.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
The main symptoms on Golden dewdrops include drooping or curling leaves, stunted growth, yellowing of leaves, and browning at the edges. If left untreated, Golden dewdrops may stop growing and eventually die.
What Causes Wilting Disease on Golden dewdrops?
What Causes Wilting Disease on Golden dewdrops?
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Pathogen
It is usually due to bacterial, viral, or fungal pathogens which block the flow of nutrients and water, causing the plant to wilt.
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Environmental factors
Overwatering, poor drainage, extreme temperatures, and drought, can cause Golden dewdrops to wilt by creating unfavorable growth conditions.
How to Treat Wilting Disease on Golden dewdrops?
How to Treat Wilting Disease on Golden dewdrops?
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Proper watering: Ensure Golden dewdrops is getting the right amount of water, neither too little nor too much.

Improve drainage: Enrich the soil with organic matter to enhance water drainage and prevent waterlogging.

Temperature regulation: Shield Golden dewdrops from extreme temperature conditions, particularly hot midday sun or freezing nights.
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Fungicide spray: Use fungicides specially designed for use on Golden dewdrops to control fungal wilting.

Bacterial infections: For bacterial wilting, appropriate bactericides can help limit the disease spread.
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Flowers may dry out due to a sudden change in environment or because the plant has completed its normal flowering period.
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Flower withering occurs when flowers become weak, droopy, wilted, or faded until they can’t be revived. During withering, they begin to wrinkle and shrink until the flower becomes completely dry or dead.
Any flowers, regardless of the plant type or the climate they are grown in, are susceptible to withering. It is a worldwide problem across houseplants, herbs, flowering ornamentals, trees, shrubs, garden vegetables, and food crops.
Unlike wilting—which withering is often confused with—withering can be caused by different things and is often due to more than a lack of water. Withering can be fatal in severe cases.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
Flower withering progresses from very mild cases to severe occurrences that kill the flower. The severity of the symptoms is related to the cause and how long the condition is allowed to progress before action is taken.
  • Wilted, droopy flowers
  • Petals and leaves begin to wrinkle
  • Brown papery streaks or spots appear on the petals and leaf tips
  • Flowerhead shrink in size
  • Petal color fades
  • Yellowing leaves
  • Complete death of the flower
Disease Cause
Disease Cause
The main causes of flower withering include natural age progress, lack of water, nutritional deficiencies, and bacterial or fungal diseases. It’s critical to determine the underlying cause when flower withering is noticed. This will guide the best course of action, if treatment is possible.
Check the soil for moisture and then closely examine the entire plant for signs of nutrient deficiencies. If neither of those appears to be the cause then cut open the stem below a flower. If a cross-section reveals brown or rust-colored stains it is safe to assume that this is a bacterial or fungal infection.
If the flower is nearing the end of its normal lifespan, genetic coding within the plant increases the production of ethylene, a phytohormone that controls senescence, or cell aging and death. Cell division stops and the plant begins breaking down resources within the flower to use in other parts of the plant.
In all other cases, flower withering happens when the plant seals off the stem as a defense mechanism, stopping transport within the vascular system. This prevents further water loss through the flowers but also stops bacteria and fungi from moving to healthy parts of the plant. Once water and nutrient transport stops, the flower begins to wither and ultimately die.
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A lack of nutrients will cause a widespread yellowing of the leaves. The yellowing may begin at the base or top of the plant.
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Nutrient deficiencies can be seen in many different ways on plants. Basically, the lack of nutrients will inhibit plant growth, produce weak stems and leaves, and leave plants open to infection from pests and diseases. Plants use the nutrients from the soil to help them with photosynthesis. This, in turn, produces healthy plant growth. Plants that lack adequate amounts of nutrients will look lackluster and unhealthy. Eventually, if this is not addressed, it will cause the plants to die. The most important nutrients that plants need are nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and sulfur. Additionally, plants require small amounts of micronutrients such as iron, boron, manganese, zinc, copper, and molybdenum.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
A common sign that plants are experiencing nutrient deficiencies is the yellowing of leaves. This may be an overall yellowing or leaves that are yellow but still have green veins. These leaves will eventually brown off and die.
Another sign is the loss of plant vigor. The plants may not be growing as well as they should or their growth may be stunted.
Below are some common symptoms that appear when plants are lacking in nutrients.
Nitrogen (N): Inner, older leaves yellow first. If the deficiency is severe, yellowing progresses outward to newer growth.
Potassium (K): Leaf edges may turn brown and crinkly, with a yellowing layer forming just inside of the edge. Older leaves tend to be impacted first.
Phosphorus (P): Lack of vigorous growth. Plants will appear stunted.
Zinc (Zn): Yellowing tends to occur first at the base of the leaf.
Copper (Cu): Newer leaves begin to yellow first, with older leaves yellowing only if the deficiency becomes severe.
Boron (B): Newer leaves are impacted first. Foliage may also become particularly brittle in cases of boron deficiency.
Disease Cause
Disease Cause
There are several factors that can lead to nutrient deficiencies, a situation where plants are not receiving the nutrients that they need. This could be because they are planted in nutrient-deficient soils, or that the soil's pH is too high or low. Incorrect soil pH can lock up certain nutrients, thus making them unavailable to plants. Lack of soil moisture can also be a problem, because plants need water to be able to absorb the nutrients from the soil.
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An iron deficiency can cause yellowing of the leaves, but the veins will remain green and clear.
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Iron is an important nutrient that all plants need to produce chlorophyll. Chlorophyll gives plants their green color. Therefore, plants with an iron deficiency will often develop yellowing leaves, with only the veins remaining green. Iron deficiencies in the soil are often caused by leaching as a direct result of excessive rainfall or irrigation.
An iron deficiency is easy to diagnose and treat by giving plants an extra dose of iron in a soluble form. The plant can also be sprayed with a solution containing iron, and noticeable results should be seen within a week or two.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
Iron deficiency symptoms appear on leaves of mature plants. These leaves lose their green color, although the veins may remain green.
Young leaves and new growth appear bleached and may be stunted.
Disease Cause
Disease Cause
Iron deficiency is caused by a lack of available iron in the soil. This could be from leaching through excess rainfall or from too much irrigation.
It can also be a symptom of plants growing in soils that are highly alkaline or have a high pH level. This is because alkaline soils bind up the iron, making it unavailable to the plant roots.
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This pathogen can cause the leaves to rot.
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Overview
Leaf rot is very common among both house plants and garden plants. It affects foliage and occurs mainly when the leaves become wet due to rain or misting by the gardener. The cause is fungal disease and this is facilitated by the fungal spores adhering to wet leaves then penetrating the leaf and expanding rapidly. Damp conditions and poor air circulation will increase chances of infection taking place. Another factor are leaves that are damaged or have been penetrated by sap sucking insects that facilitate plant penetration.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
  1. Spores are able to cling to a damp leaf and penetrate, often through an existing wound.
  2. A small dark brown mark appears which expands rapidly as sporulation starts to take place.
  3. Quite quickly these bull's eye like circles can link together and the whole leaf turns dark and loses texture.
  4. Leaf drop occurs.
Disease Cause
Disease Cause
These symptoms are caused by a bacterial infection invading the plant. Bacteria from many sources in the environment (air, water, soil, diseased plants) enter a plant through wounds, or in some cases the stomata when they are open. Once inside the leaf tissue, the bacteria feed and reproduce quickly, breaking down healthy leaves.
Bacterial infections threaten most plant species, and are more prominent in wet weather that more easily transfers the bacteria from plant to plant, or from soil to plant.
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Golden dewdrops and Their Toxicity

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Highly Toxic to Humans
Highly Toxic to Humans
If ingested, golden dewdrops can harm humans due to its extremely toxic qualities. Symptoms are dangerous, ranging from severe to life-threatening. The toxic parts of the plant are the fruits and the leaves, which can cause severe vomiting, diarrhea, and stomachache once they're eaten. Because of its lovely appearance, golden dewdrops can be grown as an ornamental in gardens or around homes, which may make them easily available to children who are especially vulnerable to the toxic effects of this plant.
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It’s better to kill those growing around your house. Wear long-sleeved shirts, pants and gloves with sharp tools to dig it out completely;
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Clean the tools with rubbing alcohol or soap and water but do not do that with bare hands;
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Clean your hands and skin once exposed to plants with soap and water;
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If you take your pets to hike with you in the wild, please don’t let them eat any plants that you don’t know;
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Once your pets eat, touch or inhale anything from toxic plants and act abnormally, please call the doctors for help ASAP!
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Pets
Some pets are less likely than children to eat and touch just about everything. This is good, as a pet owner. However, you know your pet best, and it is up to you to keep them safe. There are plenty of poisonous weeds that can grow within the confines of your lawn, which might make your dogs or cats ill or worse if they eat them. Try to have an idea of what toxic plants grow in your area and keep them under control and your pets away from them.
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Common Toxic Houseplants
Common Toxic Houseplants
When it comes to decorating a house, there is nothing more refreshing than adding some beautiful houseplants. Some common house plants can also be toxic.

Aloe

aloe
Aloe is famous for its sunburn-soothing properties and its gorgeous desert design. However, many people do not realize that the latex the aloe vera plant produces can be mildly toxic to pets and children.

The latex contains a chemical compound known as saponin. Which when ingested, can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and low blood sugar. This, if left unchecked, can lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. The proper response is to contact poison control or a veterinarian to know what to do in your particular circumstance if either your child or pet consumes aloe.

The latex of the plant is similar to the sap of the tree. It is inside the leaf, but sticks mainly toward the edges. If aloe gel is prepared properly it should be safe for use, but be sure to apply it only topically when treating burns.

Philodendron

Philodendron
Philodendron, also known as sweetheart vine, has become a resident at many houses and even businesses. They are glossy green and the leaves elegantly split, displaying interesting designs. Behind this beauty there is a needle-like toxin called calcium oxalate crystals.

These crystals are held within the plant and only affect you, your pets, or your loved ones if the plant tissue is broken. If ingested, the crystals can cause severe swelling, difficulty breathing, stomach pain, burning and pain. If they are accidentally caught on the skin, they can cause skin irritation.

If anyone accidentally ingests philodendron and they find it difficult to breathe or their tongue starts to swell up, it is important to seek medical attention immediately to avoid suffocation. If you have very young children or pets who have a tendency to tear at plants, keep them away from any philodendrons.

Peace Lily

Peace Lily
Peace lilies produce stunningly white flowers that bring to mind peace and serenity. This is one reason they are invited into our homes and given a place to stay. However, similar to philodendrons, the peace lily contains oxalate crystals known as raphides.

The raphides, once ingested, will cause swelling and burning sensations and can also cause skin irritation. Both pets and humans can get these symptoms so it is important to keep these plants from anyone who is likely to tear or chew it. Symptoms can become dire if the raphides cause the tongue and throat to swell to a point where the person or pet is having difficulty breathing. Seek proper medical attention if this is the case.

Snake Plant

Snake Plant
The snake plant is an interesting and popular house plant. Its stark architecture and wavy coloring has made it a fan favorite. This plant too, however, is toxic when ingested or if the sap touches your skin.

Snake plant sap will cause rashes if it comes into contact with your skin. In addition, it will cause diarrhea and vomiting when ingested. Again these symptoms are very serious and would be best avoided by keeping snake plants out of reach or by choosing a different houseplant.
Common Toxic Garden Plants
Common Toxic Garden Plants

Daffodil

Daffodil
Daffodils are a strikingly colorful flower. This can sometimes bring them much attention not from just onlooking adults but children as well. Since kids are more drawn to colorful objects, they may have a higher chance of just grabbing the flower and eating it. Adults have also been known to accidentally grab daffodil bulbs instead of onions.

Why are these mistakes so dangerous? Daffodils contain lycorine, which can induce nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. It also contains oxalates which can cause swelling and pain. The symptoms can be worse in animals, because if your pets eat daffodils they may experience drowsiness, low blood pressure or even liver damage.

Make sure to call poison control when these symptoms set in. The vomiting and diarrhea have been known to go away after 3 hours, but it is better to be safe than sorry. Ingesting liquids to keep hydration up can be important. If the patient is having difficulty breathing, seek medical attention immediately.

Hydrangea

Hydrangea
Hydrangeas are unique, with their soft blue and pink flowers. They are a great addition to any garden, but should not be snacked on—not that you would want to. Hydrangeas can be especially nasty because they contain compounds known as glycosides. These will release hydrogen cyanide into the bloodstream when consumed. This will block your body’s ability to uptake oxygen to the cells in your body.

The way to combat this kind of poisoning is through getting IVs from the vet or doctor. It is important to contact your medical professional immediately since the symptoms can be fatal within minutes or hours.

Rhododendrons

Rhododendrons
Rhododendron, the state flower of Washington, is also toxic. The multitudinous, pink flowers can be quite dangerous. All parts of this plant are toxic, the leaves and seeds more so than the flowers. However, even the nectar of the flower is toxic and in the Mediterranean, where rhododendrons grow in more dense quantities, the honey from bees who gather rhododendron nectar can be poisonous.

Normally kids and pets do not eat enough to experience the full poisoning effect. However, just eating two leaves is enough to be considered dangerous. The grayanotoxin glycosides within the rhododendron can cause vomiting, diarrhea and irregular heartbeats. Things can get very serious when too much rhododendron is consumed and can lead to necessary medical intervention.

Start by calling poison control first if you suspect anyone has been munching on rhododendrons. The experts there will be able to help guide you through the necessary processes to cure your loved one.

Rhubarb

Rhubarb
Yummy rhubarb has a nasty side to it. While the stems are used in many recipes, including for rhubarb strawberry pie, the leaves are toxic. They contain oxalic acid which is known to blister the mouth, cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and kidney stones. The leaves are known to be more toxic to pets than humans, but in either case, it is important to contact poison control immediately to figure out necessary steps to cure the patient.
Common Toxic Weeds in the Yard
Common Toxic Weeds in the Yard

Bittersweet Nightshade

Bittersweet Nightshade
Nightshade is an invasive, noxious weed that is extremely poisonous. It has been found along the East and West Coast of the U.S. It makes its home in areas with disturbed soil. This could be near your garden or areas that have recently had bushes/trees put in.

These plants are dark green with purple flowers that develop into bright red berries. The whole plant is toxic and should be avoided by pets and children alike. If ingested it can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The colorful berries are especially enticing to young children. If you see any plants that look similar to tomato or pepper plants that you did not plant in your yard, it is best to just pull them immediately.

Call poison control immediately if you think someone has fallen victim to nightshade.

Buttercups

Buttercups
Buttercups are found throughout the United States, especially in wet areas. The shiny, yellow flowers will pop up in the springtime, accompanying their dandelion friends. However, unlike dandelions, buttercups are not edible.

Buttercups will release a compound called protoanemonin. This toxin is known to cause vomiting, diarrhea, bloody stool, hypersalivation, depression, blisters, and more. These symptoms will affect both humans and animals. The sap may also cause irritation when it comes into contact with skin. These yellow flowers are dangerous and children should be observed cautiously when around them.

Foxgloves

Foxgloves
Foxgloves are beautiful plants that build towers out of vivid purple bell-shaped blossoms. They are very pretty to look at, but they contain a compound known as digoxin. This chemical is used in certain medicines to help people with certain heart conditions. However, the medicine is made by specialists, whereas someone eating foxgloves will receive unregulated amounts of the chemical.

This toxin can make you vomit and lower your heartbeat. This often causes dizziness and faintness. It is extremely important to call poison control immediately to know what to do in the case of foxglove poisoning. Some people have confused the young leaves of foxglove with borage, making adult foragers at risk as well as kids and pets.
How to Tend to or Get Rid of Toxic Plants
How to Tend to or Get Rid of Toxic Plants
Now that you know where to start with toxic plant identification, let us discuss how to either tend to the poisonous plants you decide to keep or get rid of them that plague your yard.

How to Tend to Poisonous Plants

Many plants that are toxic when ingested are also skin irritants. The philodendron is a good example of this. When the sap comes into contact with skin, it can cause a rash to form. To help protect yourself when tending to toxic plants, it is important to wear some sort of gloves.
Tend
Latex gloves may be the best solution due to their disposability. Regular gloves could potentially keep the poisonous sap on their surface. If the gloves aren’t cleaned then you could accidentally touch the irritant or pass it to someone else.

In addition you will want to plan where to keep your deadly beauties. If you have a toxic indoor plant try to keep it up high or out of reach of children and pets. This will keep accidents few and far between. Another idea is keeping your plants in areas that are usually inaccessible to children or pets. Areas such as an office, study room, or guest bedroom could be good locations. If applicable, you could also set up a terrarium for your little plant baby, making it more difficult for curious hands or paws to access.
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If you plan to have outdoor plants, location will be key. You will want to put plants in an area that will be inaccessible to children, pets and even wild animals. You will probably want to avoid planting the plants in the front of your house if kids walk by on a regular basis, just to be cautious. Having the plants behind a fence will be best, but use your discretion when choosing a spot.

How to Get Rid of Poisonous Plants

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The easiest but possibly most controversial way to get rid of poisonous plants is by using herbicides. This can be especially easy if you own a grass lawn and use an herbicide that targets broadleaf (non-grass) species. You can find many herbicides meant for yard use by simply searching the term online. Once you have purchased the herbicide you will want to make sure to follow the label posted on the container. If you follow the instructions precisely, then everything should run smoothly for you.

If you don’t plan on using herbicides, there are a few organic methods you can use to try to get rid of toxic plants. You can manually pull the plants out of the ground. This is probably one of the most difficult methods because there is no assurance that you will get the whole plant out this way.

You can also try pouring boiling hot water or spraying white vinegar on the target plants. This may take more time than using a synthetic herbicide, but you can feel a little better about using these products.

You can also try to use wood chips to cover a certain area where you do not want anything to grow. This will not stop all the weeds, but the few that make it through can be easily picked by hand.
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Who Is Most at Risk of Plant Poisoning?
Everyone should keep the following in mind to prevent being poisoned:
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Do not eat any parts, nor contact with the sap of toxic or unknown plants;
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If you need to kill it, wear long-sleeved shirts, pants and gloves with sharp tools to dig it out completely;
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Clean the tools with rubbing alcohol or soap and water but do not do that with bare hands;
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Clean your hands and skin once exposed to plants with soap and water;
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Consider using barrier creams that contain bentoquatam to prevent poison oak, ivy and sumac rashes;
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Dump it in special trash cans in sealed garbage packages;
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Wear properly when you hiking or working in the wilderness. Long pants, long sleeves, gloves, hiking shoes, etc., that protect you from being hurt by any plants;
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Once you or your family aren’t feeling well after eating, touching or inhaling anything from toxic plants, please call your doctor for help ASAP!
Outdoor Workers
Outdoor Workers and Recreationalists
Those who enjoy the outdoors either as a hobby or as part of their work will rarely see a plant and decide to munch on it (although the scenario is not unheard of). However, they do tend to deal with moving through and brushing aside plants. These people are more at risk of being poisoned by touching toxic plants than by ingesting them.
Outdoor Workers
Foragers
Foragers
Foraging for food and medicinal plants is a desirable skill among people who want to feel at one with the land. This hobby can be very useful and enjoyable, but if done wrong , it can lead to disastrous effects. People who forage are picking and grabbing plants with the full intention of using those plants, most of the time to ingest them.
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Children
Children
While outdoor workers are more likely to touch poison and foragers are more likely to ingest poison, children can easily do both. These bundles of joy just love to run around and explore the world. They enjoy touching things and occasionally shoving random stuff in their mouth; this is a terrible combination with toxic plants in the mix.
If you let your children run about, it is important to know what are the local toxic plants that they could accidentally get into. Try to educate the children and steer them away from where the toxic plants are located.
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Common Toxic Houseplants
Common Toxic Houseplants
When it comes to decorating a house, there is nothing more refreshing than adding some beautiful houseplants. Some common house plants can also be toxic.

Aloe

aloe
Aloe is famous for its sunburn-soothing properties and its gorgeous desert design. However, many people do not realize that the latex the aloe vera plant produces can be mildly toxic to pets and children.

The latex contains a chemical compound known as saponin. Which when ingested, can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and low blood sugar. This, if left unchecked, can lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. The proper response is to contact poison control or a veterinarian to know what to do in your particular circumstance if either your child or pet consumes aloe.

The latex of the plant is similar to the sap of the tree. It is inside the leaf, but sticks mainly toward the edges. If aloe gel is prepared properly it should be safe for use, but be sure to apply it only topically when treating burns.

Philodendron

Philodendron
Philodendron, also known as sweetheart vine, has become a resident at many houses and even businesses. They are glossy green and the leaves elegantly split, displaying interesting designs. Behind this beauty there is a needle-like toxin called calcium oxalate crystals.

These crystals are held within the plant and only affect you, your pets, or your loved ones if the plant tissue is broken. If ingested, the crystals can cause severe swelling, difficulty breathing, stomach pain, burning and pain. If they are accidentally caught on the skin, they can cause skin irritation.

If anyone accidentally ingests philodendron and they find it difficult to breathe or their tongue starts to swell up, it is important to seek medical attention immediately to avoid suffocation. If you have very young children or pets who have a tendency to tear at plants, keep them away from any philodendrons.

Peace Lily

Peace Lily
Peace lilies produce stunningly white flowers that bring to mind peace and serenity. This is one reason they are invited into our homes and given a place to stay. However, similar to philodendrons, the peace lily contains oxalate crystals known as raphides.

The raphides, once ingested, will cause swelling and burning sensations and can also cause skin irritation. Both pets and humans can get these symptoms so it is important to keep these plants from anyone who is likely to tear or chew it. Symptoms can become dire if the raphides cause the tongue and throat to swell to a point where the person or pet is having difficulty breathing. Seek proper medical attention if this is the case.

Snake Plant

Snake Plant
The snake plant is an interesting and popular house plant. Its stark architecture and wavy coloring has made it a fan favorite. This plant too, however, is toxic when ingested or if the sap touches your skin.

Snake plant sap will cause rashes if it comes into contact with your skin. In addition, it will cause diarrhea and vomiting when ingested. Again these symptoms are very serious and would be best avoided by keeping snake plants out of reach or by choosing a different houseplant.
Common Toxic Garden Plants
Common Toxic Garden Plants

Daffodil

Daffodil
Daffodils are a strikingly colorful flower. This can sometimes bring them much attention not from just onlooking adults but children as well. Since kids are more drawn to colorful objects, they may have a higher chance of just grabbing the flower and eating it. Adults have also been known to accidentally grab daffodil bulbs instead of onions.

Why are these mistakes so dangerous? Daffodils contain lycorine, which can induce nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. It also contains oxalates which can cause swelling and pain. The symptoms can be worse in animals, because if your pets eat daffodils they may experience drowsiness, low blood pressure or even liver damage.

Make sure to call poison control when these symptoms set in. The vomiting and diarrhea have been known to go away after 3 hours, but it is better to be safe than sorry. Ingesting liquids to keep hydration up can be important. If the patient is having difficulty breathing, seek medical attention immediately.

Hydrangea

Hydrangea
Hydrangeas are unique, with their soft blue and pink flowers. They are a great addition to any garden, but should not be snacked on—not that you would want to. Hydrangeas can be especially nasty because they contain compounds known as glycosides. These will release hydrogen cyanide into the bloodstream when consumed. This will block your body’s ability to uptake oxygen to the cells in your body.

The way to combat this kind of poisoning is through getting IVs from the vet or doctor. It is important to contact your medical professional immediately since the symptoms can be fatal within minutes or hours.

Rhododendrons

Rhododendrons
Rhododendron, the state flower of Washington, is also toxic. The multitudinous, pink flowers can be quite dangerous. All parts of this plant are toxic, the leaves and seeds more so than the flowers. However, even the nectar of the flower is toxic and in the Mediterranean, where rhododendrons grow in more dense quantities, the honey from bees who gather rhododendron nectar can be poisonous.

Normally kids and pets do not eat enough to experience the full poisoning effect. However, just eating two leaves is enough to be considered dangerous. The grayanotoxin glycosides within the rhododendron can cause vomiting, diarrhea and irregular heartbeats. Things can get very serious when too much rhododendron is consumed and can lead to necessary medical intervention.

Start by calling poison control first if you suspect anyone has been munching on rhododendrons. The experts there will be able to help guide you through the necessary processes to cure your loved one.

Rhubarb

Rhubarb
Yummy rhubarb has a nasty side to it. While the stems are used in many recipes, including for rhubarb strawberry pie, the leaves are toxic. They contain oxalic acid which is known to blister the mouth, cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and kidney stones. The leaves are known to be more toxic to pets than humans, but in either case, it is important to contact poison control immediately to figure out necessary steps to cure the patient.
Common Toxic Weeds in the Yard
Common Toxic Weeds in the Yard

Bittersweet Nightshade

Bittersweet Nightshade
Nightshade is an invasive, noxious weed that is extremely poisonous. It has been found along the East and West Coast of the U.S. It makes its home in areas with disturbed soil. This could be near your garden or areas that have recently had bushes/trees put in.

These plants are dark green with purple flowers that develop into bright red berries. The whole plant is toxic and should be avoided by pets and children alike. If ingested it can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The colorful berries are especially enticing to young children. If you see any plants that look similar to tomato or pepper plants that you did not plant in your yard, it is best to just pull them immediately.

Call poison control immediately if you think someone has fallen victim to nightshade.

Buttercups

Buttercups
Buttercups are found throughout the United States, especially in wet areas. The shiny, yellow flowers will pop up in the springtime, accompanying their dandelion friends. However, unlike dandelions, buttercups are not edible.

Buttercups will release a compound called protoanemonin. This toxin is known to cause vomiting, diarrhea, bloody stool, hypersalivation, depression, blisters, and more. These symptoms will affect both humans and animals. The sap may also cause irritation when it comes into contact with skin. These yellow flowers are dangerous and children should be observed cautiously when around them.

Foxgloves

Foxgloves
Foxgloves are beautiful plants that build towers out of vivid purple bell-shaped blossoms. They are very pretty to look at, but they contain a compound known as digoxin. This chemical is used in certain medicines to help people with certain heart conditions. However, the medicine is made by specialists, whereas someone eating foxgloves will receive unregulated amounts of the chemical.

This toxin can make you vomit and lower your heartbeat. This often causes dizziness and faintness. It is extremely important to call poison control immediately to know what to do in the case of foxglove poisoning. Some people have confused the young leaves of foxglove with borage, making adult foragers at risk as well as kids and pets.
How to Tend to or Get Rid of Toxic Plants
How to Tend to or Get Rid of Toxic Plants
Now that you know where to start with toxic plant identification, let us discuss how to either tend to the poisonous plants you decide to keep or get rid of them that plague your yard.

How to Tend to Poisonous Plants

Many plants that are toxic when ingested are also skin irritants. The philodendron is a good example of this. When the sap comes into contact with skin, it can cause a rash to form. To help protect yourself when tending to toxic plants, it is important to wear some sort of gloves.
Tend
Latex gloves may be the best solution due to their disposability. Regular gloves could potentially keep the poisonous sap on their surface. If the gloves aren’t cleaned then you could accidentally touch the irritant or pass it to someone else.

In addition you will want to plan where to keep your deadly beauties. If you have a toxic indoor plant try to keep it up high or out of reach of children and pets. This will keep accidents few and far between. Another idea is keeping your plants in areas that are usually inaccessible to children or pets. Areas such as an office, study room, or guest bedroom could be good locations. If applicable, you could also set up a terrarium for your little plant baby, making it more difficult for curious hands or paws to access.
tend2
If you plan to have outdoor plants, location will be key. You will want to put plants in an area that will be inaccessible to children, pets and even wild animals. You will probably want to avoid planting the plants in the front of your house if kids walk by on a regular basis, just to be cautious. Having the plants behind a fence will be best, but use your discretion when choosing a spot.

How to Get Rid of Poisonous Plants

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The easiest but possibly most controversial way to get rid of poisonous plants is by using herbicides. This can be especially easy if you own a grass lawn and use an herbicide that targets broadleaf (non-grass) species. You can find many herbicides meant for yard use by simply searching the term online. Once you have purchased the herbicide you will want to make sure to follow the label posted on the container. If you follow the instructions precisely, then everything should run smoothly for you.

If you don’t plan on using herbicides, there are a few organic methods you can use to try to get rid of toxic plants. You can manually pull the plants out of the ground. This is probably one of the most difficult methods because there is no assurance that you will get the whole plant out this way.

You can also try pouring boiling hot water or spraying white vinegar on the target plants. This may take more time than using a synthetic herbicide, but you can feel a little better about using these products.

You can also try to use wood chips to cover a certain area where you do not want anything to grow. This will not stop all the weeds, but the few that make it through can be easily picked by hand.
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Distribution of Golden dewdrops

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Sandy, Coastal areas, Disturbed sites
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Distribution Map of Golden dewdrops

The golden dewdrops plant originated in Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean. It is also native to the southwestern United States where it grows in sunny locations along forest edges. It is also cultivated globally as a garden plant and is naturalized in many parts of the world.
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Every 1-2 weeks
Golden dewdrops comes from tropical and subtropical regions, including Mexico, South America, and the Caribbean. It thrives in warm climates with high humidity levels and well-drained soil. Being native to these regions, it prefers regular watering to mimic the ample rainfall it receives. Water golden dewdrops when the top inch of soil feels dry, allowing excess water to drain. Maintain consistent moisture, avoiding both overwatering and allowing the soil to dry out completely.
Watering Techniques
Lighting
Full sun
Golden dewdrops thrives under abundant light, as in its native habitat, boosting lush growth and amplifying flower bloom. Different growth stages may have slightly varying needs but a well-lit environment consistently benefits the plant. However, slight shade is tolerated and won't severely hinder growth. Still, overly reduced or intense light may cause stunted growth or leaf burn.
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Transplant
6-10 feet
The best time to transplant golden dewdrops is during the warmth of late spring to early summer. This allows the plant time to establish itself before colder temperatures arrive. Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil, and gently tease the roots when transplanting for best results.
Transplant Techniques
Temperature
0 - 43 ℃
Golden dewdrops is a temperate woody plant that prefers temperatures ranging from 68 to 100 ℉ (20 to 38 ℃). In its native growth environment, Golden dewdrops can withstand extreme temperatures for short periods of time but will not survive prolonged exposure. To adjust to seasonal changes, keep the plant in a sheltered area during the winter months and provide shade during the hot summer months.
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Propagation
Spring, Summer
Golden dewdrops is best propagated through cuttings during the vibrant Spring and Summer months. It is relatively easy to propagate, with successful signs including root development and new growth appearing. Don't neglect proper drainage to support healthy roots.
Propagation Techniques
Overwinter
0 - 43 ℃
Golden dewdrops originates from the tropical climates of America and the Caribbean, naturally accustomed to a frost-free environment. For winter care, gardeners must protect it from cold temperatures, relocating it indoors if necessary. Ample sunlight and reduced water are necessary as the plant enters a dormant phase. A well-drained, nutrient-rich soil enhances golden dewdrops's resilience during the colder months.
Winter Techniques
Brown blotch
Brown spot is a plant disease causing severe leaf-spotting and defoliation on Golden dewdrops. Caused by the fungus Bipolaris oryzae, it reduces plant aesthetics and vitality. It is often most active in damp, warm conditions and can be controlled by proper cultural practices and fungicide.
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Wilting
Wilting is an alarming disease affecting Golden dewdrops, typified by drooping or curling leaves, diminished growth, and eventual plant death if unchecked. It is caused by either bacterial, viral, or fungal infections, or environmental stressors like overwatering, poor drainage, drought, and extreme temperatures.
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Toxic
Highly Toxic to Humans
If ingested, golden dewdrops can harm humans due to its extremely toxic qualities. Symptoms are dangerous, ranging from severe to life-threatening. The toxic parts of the plant are the fruits and the leaves, which can cause severe vomiting, diarrhea, and stomachache once they're eaten. Because of its lovely appearance, golden dewdrops can be grown as an ornamental in gardens or around homes, which may make them easily available to children who are especially vulnerable to the toxic effects of this plant.
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Feng shui direction
South
Golden dewdrops, with its vibrant golden flowers, exudes a lively energy that can stimulate growth and attract positivity. When placed in the South-facing area of a space, it enhances recognition and fosters reputation, as the South is connected to fame and Fire element in Feng Shui. The auspicious energy of this plant may vary in individual settings.
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Also known as: Skyflower, Forget-me-not bush
Golden dewdrops (Duranta erecta) is an ornamental sprawling shrub commonly found in subtropical and tropical gardens all over the world. Its gentle purple blossoms are often visited by butterflies and hummingbirds. Golden dewdrops is considered a weed in Australia, South Africa and certain parts of East Asia.
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Key Facts About Golden dewdrops

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Attributes of Golden dewdrops

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Shrub
Planting Time
Mid spring, Late spring, Early summer, Fall, Early winter
Bloom Time
Mid spring, Late spring, Summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Harvest Time
Fall
Plant Height
1 m to 7 m
Spread
60 cm to 3 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
Purple
White
Blue
Fruit Color
Yellow
Gold
Stem Color
Green
Dormancy
Non-dormant
Leaf type
Evergreen
Ideal Temperature
20 - 38 ℃
Growth Season
Spring
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Name story

Golden dewdrops
Nobody believed that it was a grass weed when they saw this plant because its blooming pale blue or lilac flowers were extremely beautiful. In fact, his berries were more attractive than its flowers. His berries were round and orange, hanging on the branches like grapes and they were more glittering and translucent under sunlight like dewdrops. As they were like dewdrops, it's called golden dewdrops.

Symbolism

Cruelty, toxicity, evil, aggressive protection

Usages

Environmental Protection Value
The golden dewdrop has a well-developed root system, strong water absorption and water retention capacity, and has good soil and water conservation effect.
Garden Use
Golden dewdrops can be clustered in flowerbeds, yards, at the poolside, and so on, and can also be used as a hedge. It is a popular choice as an annual plant due to its bright, appealing blooms that appear throughout the summer, remaining all year long in tropical regions. This plant is a good choice for tropical landscaping, Mediterranean gardens, and container plantings, and pairs well with larger-flowered plants like Canna and African lilies.

Scientific Classification of Golden dewdrops

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Common Pests & Diseases About Golden dewdrops

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Common issues for Golden dewdrops based on 10 million real cases
Brown blotch
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Brown spot is a plant disease causing severe leaf-spotting and defoliation on Golden dewdrops. Caused by the fungus Bipolaris oryzae, it reduces plant aesthetics and vitality. It is often most active in damp, warm conditions and can be controlled by proper cultural practices and fungicide.
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Wilting
Wilting Wilting Wilting
Wilting is an alarming disease affecting Golden dewdrops, typified by drooping or curling leaves, diminished growth, and eventual plant death if unchecked. It is caused by either bacterial, viral, or fungal infections, or environmental stressors like overwatering, poor drainage, drought, and extreme temperatures.
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Flower withering
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Flowers may dry out due to a sudden change in environment or because the plant has completed its normal flowering period.
Solutions: If flower withering is a natural progression due to age, there is nothing that can be done to slow or stop the process. Once hormones within the plant begin the process of senescence, it’s irreversible. For lack of water, immediately water the plant using room temperature rainwater, bottled spring water, or filtered tap water. Water container plants until excess water drains out the bottom; water in-ground plants until the soil is soaked but there isn’t standing water on the surface. In the event of nutritional deficiencies, the best solution is to use a granular or water-soluble liquid fertilizer, and apply it to the soil at about half the recommended dosage. Keep it off the leaves and make sure granular products are watered into the soil well. If the plant is infected with a bacterial or fungal pathogen, there is no course of treatment that cures the diseased plants. The best solution is to remove the infected plants and dispose of the plant material off-site. Do not put in a compost pile.
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Nutrient deficiencies
Nutrient deficiencies Nutrient deficiencies Nutrient deficiencies
A lack of nutrients will cause a widespread yellowing of the leaves. The yellowing may begin at the base or top of the plant.
Solutions: There are several easy ways to remedy the nutrient deficiencies in soils. Use a water-soluble fertilizer. Fertilizers will include most or all of the macro and micro-nutrients the plants need to thrive. Adding some fertilizer to the soil will make those nutrients available and can combat deficiencies. Regularly apply organic fertilizer pellets. Organic fertilizers such as animal manures and bonemeal can supply plants with all the nutrients that they need to grow strong and healthy. Apply compost. Though not as finely tuned as artificial fertilizer, compost can nevertheless be rich in important nutrients and should be applied to the soil regularly. Apply nutrients via foliar application. In addition to supplementing the soil with nutrients, foliar fertilizer can be applied directly to the plant's leaves. Nutrients offered via foliar application are often taken up even quicker than those put in the soil, so the foliar application can be great for swiftly addressing specific deficiencies.
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Iron deficiency
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An iron deficiency can cause yellowing of the leaves, but the veins will remain green and clear.
Solutions: Here's what to do to remedy an iron deficiency in plants: Utilize a fertilizer that has iron. This is the most direct method of addressing iron deficiency. Fertilizer can be incorporated into the soil, or, to see even quicker results, use a foliar spray that includes iron. This is particularly useful for plants grown in containers. Add organic material. Often iron deficiency is not due to a lack of iron present in the soil. Rather, a deficiency occurs because iron is not available in a form that plants can take up. Adding organic material, such as compost, can remedy this. Rich organic material contains micronutrients that can help plants better absorb iron. Adding organic matter to the soil also helps to lower the pH and adds more acidity. Test the soil's pH. Overly alkaline soils can cause iron deficiencies in many plants. Adding sulfur, or another substance that reduces alkalinity, may help if the soil is too alkaline.
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Leaf rot
Leaf rot Leaf rot Leaf rot
This pathogen can cause the leaves to rot.
Solutions: Bacterial infections need to be treated quickly to prevent the spread to neighboring, healthy plants, potentially wiping out large sections of your indoor or outdoor garden. In mild cases: Use sterilized (10% bleach solution) pruning shears or scissors to remove any infected plant parts, making sure to dispose of them off site. Use a copper-based bactericide to treat the unaffected foliage, as well as the soil, and neighboring plants. Follow the manufacturer’s rate and timing directions found on the product label. In severe cases, where more than half the leaves are affected: Remove all of the infected plants from the garden, disposing of them off site. Treat the soil and neighboring plants using a copper-based bactericide. Follow the manufacturer’s rate and timing directions found on the product label.
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Brown blotch
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What is Brown blotch Disease on Golden dewdrops?
What is Brown blotch Disease on Golden dewdrops?
Brown spot is a plant disease causing severe leaf-spotting and defoliation on Golden dewdrops. Caused by the fungus Bipolaris oryzae, it reduces plant aesthetics and vitality. It is often most active in damp, warm conditions and can be controlled by proper cultural practices and fungicide.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
Golden dewdrops affected by brown spot disease shows symptoms like leaf spotting, where the foliage develops small, dark-brown round to oval spots. As infection progresses, leaf spots enlarge, coalesce, leading to severe defoliation.
What Causes Brown blotch Disease on Golden dewdrops?
What Causes Brown blotch Disease on Golden dewdrops?
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This fungus causes brown spot disease. Its spores are airborne or waterborne and affect Golden dewdrops directly.
How to Treat Brown blotch Disease on Golden dewdrops?
How to Treat Brown blotch Disease on Golden dewdrops?
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Trimming infected areas: Remove and safely discard affected leaves and stems to prevent the spread of the spores.

Ventilation: Increased airflow between the Golden dewdrops plants reduces damp conditions that favor fungal growth.
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Fungicide application: Apply broad-spectrum fungicides like chlorothalonil or mancozeb for control. These systematically kill the fungus cells, mitigating the disease.
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Wilting
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What is Wilting Disease on Golden dewdrops?
What is Wilting Disease on Golden dewdrops?
Wilting is an alarming disease affecting Golden dewdrops, typified by drooping or curling leaves, diminished growth, and eventual plant death if unchecked. It is caused by either bacterial, viral, or fungal infections, or environmental stressors like overwatering, poor drainage, drought, and extreme temperatures.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
The main symptoms on Golden dewdrops include drooping or curling leaves, stunted growth, yellowing of leaves, and browning at the edges. If left untreated, Golden dewdrops may stop growing and eventually die.
What Causes Wilting Disease on Golden dewdrops?
What Causes Wilting Disease on Golden dewdrops?
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Pathogen
It is usually due to bacterial, viral, or fungal pathogens which block the flow of nutrients and water, causing the plant to wilt.
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Environmental factors
Overwatering, poor drainage, extreme temperatures, and drought, can cause Golden dewdrops to wilt by creating unfavorable growth conditions.
How to Treat Wilting Disease on Golden dewdrops?
How to Treat Wilting Disease on Golden dewdrops?
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Proper watering: Ensure Golden dewdrops is getting the right amount of water, neither too little nor too much.

Improve drainage: Enrich the soil with organic matter to enhance water drainage and prevent waterlogging.

Temperature regulation: Shield Golden dewdrops from extreme temperature conditions, particularly hot midday sun or freezing nights.
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Fungicide spray: Use fungicides specially designed for use on Golden dewdrops to control fungal wilting.

Bacterial infections: For bacterial wilting, appropriate bactericides can help limit the disease spread.
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Flower withering
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Flower withering
Flowers may dry out due to a sudden change in environment or because the plant has completed its normal flowering period.
Overview
Overview
Flower withering occurs when flowers become weak, droopy, wilted, or faded until they can’t be revived. During withering, they begin to wrinkle and shrink until the flower becomes completely dry or dead.
Any flowers, regardless of the plant type or the climate they are grown in, are susceptible to withering. It is a worldwide problem across houseplants, herbs, flowering ornamentals, trees, shrubs, garden vegetables, and food crops.
Unlike wilting—which withering is often confused with—withering can be caused by different things and is often due to more than a lack of water. Withering can be fatal in severe cases.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
Flower withering progresses from very mild cases to severe occurrences that kill the flower. The severity of the symptoms is related to the cause and how long the condition is allowed to progress before action is taken.
  • Wilted, droopy flowers
  • Petals and leaves begin to wrinkle
  • Brown papery streaks or spots appear on the petals and leaf tips
  • Flowerhead shrink in size
  • Petal color fades
  • Yellowing leaves
  • Complete death of the flower
Disease Cause
Disease Cause
The main causes of flower withering include natural age progress, lack of water, nutritional deficiencies, and bacterial or fungal diseases. It’s critical to determine the underlying cause when flower withering is noticed. This will guide the best course of action, if treatment is possible.
Check the soil for moisture and then closely examine the entire plant for signs of nutrient deficiencies. If neither of those appears to be the cause then cut open the stem below a flower. If a cross-section reveals brown or rust-colored stains it is safe to assume that this is a bacterial or fungal infection.
If the flower is nearing the end of its normal lifespan, genetic coding within the plant increases the production of ethylene, a phytohormone that controls senescence, or cell aging and death. Cell division stops and the plant begins breaking down resources within the flower to use in other parts of the plant.
In all other cases, flower withering happens when the plant seals off the stem as a defense mechanism, stopping transport within the vascular system. This prevents further water loss through the flowers but also stops bacteria and fungi from moving to healthy parts of the plant. Once water and nutrient transport stops, the flower begins to wither and ultimately die.
Solutions
Solutions
If flower withering is a natural progression due to age, there is nothing that can be done to slow or stop the process. Once hormones within the plant begin the process of senescence, it’s irreversible.
For lack of water, immediately water the plant using room temperature rainwater, bottled spring water, or filtered tap water. Water container plants until excess water drains out the bottom; water in-ground plants until the soil is soaked but there isn’t standing water on the surface.
In the event of nutritional deficiencies, the best solution is to use a granular or water-soluble liquid fertilizer, and apply it to the soil at about half the recommended dosage. Keep it off the leaves and make sure granular products are watered into the soil well.
If the plant is infected with a bacterial or fungal pathogen, there is no course of treatment that cures the diseased plants. The best solution is to remove the infected plants and dispose of the plant material off-site. Do not put in a compost pile.
Prevention
Prevention
This is definitely one of those instances where prevention is more effective than cure. Here are some preventative measures for avoiding premature flower withering.
  • Water plants according to their needs -- either keep the soil slightly moist or allow the top inch or two to dry out before watering again.
  • Fertilize lightly on a consistent basis, depending upon the plant’s growth. Quick-growing plants and those that flower or develop fruit will need more frequent fertilizing than slow-growing plants.
  • Purchase plants that are certified disease- or pathogen-free.
  • Look for disease-resistant cultivars.
  • Isolate plants showing disease symptoms to prevent the spread to neighboring plants.
  • Practice good plant hygiene by removing any fallen plant material as soon as possible.
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Nutrient deficiencies
A lack of nutrients will cause a widespread yellowing of the leaves. The yellowing may begin at the base or top of the plant.
Overview
Overview
Nutrient deficiencies can be seen in many different ways on plants. Basically, the lack of nutrients will inhibit plant growth, produce weak stems and leaves, and leave plants open to infection from pests and diseases. Plants use the nutrients from the soil to help them with photosynthesis. This, in turn, produces healthy plant growth. Plants that lack adequate amounts of nutrients will look lackluster and unhealthy. Eventually, if this is not addressed, it will cause the plants to die. The most important nutrients that plants need are nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and sulfur. Additionally, plants require small amounts of micronutrients such as iron, boron, manganese, zinc, copper, and molybdenum.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
A common sign that plants are experiencing nutrient deficiencies is the yellowing of leaves. This may be an overall yellowing or leaves that are yellow but still have green veins. These leaves will eventually brown off and die.
Another sign is the loss of plant vigor. The plants may not be growing as well as they should or their growth may be stunted.
Below are some common symptoms that appear when plants are lacking in nutrients.
Nitrogen (N): Inner, older leaves yellow first. If the deficiency is severe, yellowing progresses outward to newer growth.
Potassium (K): Leaf edges may turn brown and crinkly, with a yellowing layer forming just inside of the edge. Older leaves tend to be impacted first.
Phosphorus (P): Lack of vigorous growth. Plants will appear stunted.
Zinc (Zn): Yellowing tends to occur first at the base of the leaf.
Copper (Cu): Newer leaves begin to yellow first, with older leaves yellowing only if the deficiency becomes severe.
Boron (B): Newer leaves are impacted first. Foliage may also become particularly brittle in cases of boron deficiency.
Disease Cause
Disease Cause
There are several factors that can lead to nutrient deficiencies, a situation where plants are not receiving the nutrients that they need. This could be because they are planted in nutrient-deficient soils, or that the soil's pH is too high or low. Incorrect soil pH can lock up certain nutrients, thus making them unavailable to plants. Lack of soil moisture can also be a problem, because plants need water to be able to absorb the nutrients from the soil.
Solutions
Solutions
There are several easy ways to remedy the nutrient deficiencies in soils.
  1. Use a water-soluble fertilizer. Fertilizers will include most or all of the macro and micro-nutrients the plants need to thrive. Adding some fertilizer to the soil will make those nutrients available and can combat deficiencies.
  2. Regularly apply organic fertilizer pellets. Organic fertilizers such as animal manures and bonemeal can supply plants with all the nutrients that they need to grow strong and healthy.
  3. Apply compost. Though not as finely tuned as artificial fertilizer, compost can nevertheless be rich in important nutrients and should be applied to the soil regularly.
  4. Apply nutrients via foliar application. In addition to supplementing the soil with nutrients, foliar fertilizer can be applied directly to the plant's leaves. Nutrients offered via foliar application are often taken up even quicker than those put in the soil, so the foliar application can be great for swiftly addressing specific deficiencies.
Prevention
Prevention
There are several easy ways to prevent nutrient deficiencies in plants.
  1. Regular fertilizing. Regular addition of fertilizer to the soil is one of the simplest and most effective ways to prevent deficiencies.
  2. Proper watering. Both over and under watering can adversely impact a plant's roots, which in turn makes it harder for them to properly take up nutrients.
  3. Testing the soil's pH. A soil's acidity or alkalinity will impact the degree to which certain nutrients are available to be taken up by plants. Knowing the soil's pH means it can be amended to suit the needs of the individual plants.
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An iron deficiency can cause yellowing of the leaves, but the veins will remain green and clear.
Overview
Overview
Iron is an important nutrient that all plants need to produce chlorophyll. Chlorophyll gives plants their green color. Therefore, plants with an iron deficiency will often develop yellowing leaves, with only the veins remaining green. Iron deficiencies in the soil are often caused by leaching as a direct result of excessive rainfall or irrigation.
An iron deficiency is easy to diagnose and treat by giving plants an extra dose of iron in a soluble form. The plant can also be sprayed with a solution containing iron, and noticeable results should be seen within a week or two.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
Iron deficiency symptoms appear on leaves of mature plants. These leaves lose their green color, although the veins may remain green.
Young leaves and new growth appear bleached and may be stunted.
Disease Cause
Disease Cause
Iron deficiency is caused by a lack of available iron in the soil. This could be from leaching through excess rainfall or from too much irrigation.
It can also be a symptom of plants growing in soils that are highly alkaline or have a high pH level. This is because alkaline soils bind up the iron, making it unavailable to the plant roots.
Solutions
Solutions
Here's what to do to remedy an iron deficiency in plants:
  1. Utilize a fertilizer that has iron. This is the most direct method of addressing iron deficiency. Fertilizer can be incorporated into the soil, or, to see even quicker results, use a foliar spray that includes iron. This is particularly useful for plants grown in containers.
  2. Add organic material. Often iron deficiency is not due to a lack of iron present in the soil. Rather, a deficiency occurs because iron is not available in a form that plants can take up. Adding organic material, such as compost, can remedy this. Rich organic material contains micronutrients that can help plants better absorb iron. Adding organic matter to the soil also helps to lower the pH and adds more acidity.
  3. Test the soil's pH. Overly alkaline soils can cause iron deficiencies in many plants. Adding sulfur, or another substance that reduces alkalinity, may help if the soil is too alkaline.
Prevention
Prevention
To help prevent iron deficiency from occurring in the first place, try taking some of these steps:
  1. Use a fertilizer that is high in iron.
  2. Aerate the soil. Compacted soil makes it harder for roots to take up iron, along with a whole host of other nutrients.
  3. Add more organic matter or compost to the soil to both aerate it and lower the pH. Sulfur can also be added to the soil to reduce the alkalinity.
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Leaf rot
This pathogen can cause the leaves to rot.
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Overview
Leaf rot is very common among both house plants and garden plants. It affects foliage and occurs mainly when the leaves become wet due to rain or misting by the gardener. The cause is fungal disease and this is facilitated by the fungal spores adhering to wet leaves then penetrating the leaf and expanding rapidly. Damp conditions and poor air circulation will increase chances of infection taking place. Another factor are leaves that are damaged or have been penetrated by sap sucking insects that facilitate plant penetration.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
  1. Spores are able to cling to a damp leaf and penetrate, often through an existing wound.
  2. A small dark brown mark appears which expands rapidly as sporulation starts to take place.
  3. Quite quickly these bull's eye like circles can link together and the whole leaf turns dark and loses texture.
  4. Leaf drop occurs.
Disease Cause
Disease Cause
These symptoms are caused by a bacterial infection invading the plant. Bacteria from many sources in the environment (air, water, soil, diseased plants) enter a plant through wounds, or in some cases the stomata when they are open. Once inside the leaf tissue, the bacteria feed and reproduce quickly, breaking down healthy leaves.
Bacterial infections threaten most plant species, and are more prominent in wet weather that more easily transfers the bacteria from plant to plant, or from soil to plant.
Solutions
Solutions
Bacterial infections need to be treated quickly to prevent the spread to neighboring, healthy plants, potentially wiping out large sections of your indoor or outdoor garden.
In mild cases: Use sterilized (10% bleach solution) pruning shears or scissors to remove any infected plant parts, making sure to dispose of them off site. Use a copper-based bactericide to treat the unaffected foliage, as well as the soil, and neighboring plants. Follow the manufacturer’s rate and timing directions found on the product label.
In severe cases, where more than half the leaves are affected: Remove all of the infected plants from the garden, disposing of them off site. Treat the soil and neighboring plants using a copper-based bactericide. Follow the manufacturer’s rate and timing directions found on the product label.
Prevention
Prevention
  1. Clean up garden debris at the end of the season, especially if it contains any diseased plant tissue. Diseases can overwinter from season to season and infect new plants.
  2. Avoid overhead watering to prevent transferring pathogens from one plant to another, and to keep foliage dry.
  3. Mulch around the base of plants to prevent soil-borne bacteria from splashing up onto uninfected plants.
  4. Sterilize cutting tools using a 10% bleach solution when gardening and moving from one plant to another.
  5. Do not work in your garden when it is wet.
  6. Rotate crops to prevent the buildup of bacteria in one site due to continuous cropping.
  7. Use a copper or streptomycin-containing bactericide in early spring to prevent infection. Read label directions carefully as they are not suitable for all plants.
  8. Ensure plants are well spaced and thin leaves on densely leaved plants so that air circulation is maximised.
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Golden dewdrops and Their Toxicity

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* The judgment on toxicity and danger is for reference only. We DO NOT GUARANTEE any accuracy of such judgment. Therefore, you SHALL NOT rely on such judgment. It is IMPORTANT TO SEEK PROFESSIONAL ADVICE in advance when necessary.
Highly Toxic to Humans
If ingested, golden dewdrops can harm humans due to its extremely toxic qualities. Symptoms are dangerous, ranging from severe to life-threatening. The toxic parts of the plant are the fruits and the leaves, which can cause severe vomiting, diarrhea, and stomachache once they're eaten. Because of its lovely appearance, golden dewdrops can be grown as an ornamental in gardens or around homes, which may make them easily available to children who are especially vulnerable to the toxic effects of this plant.
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Who Is Most at Risk of Plant Poisoning?
Your pets like cats and dogs can be poisoned by them as well!
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Do not let your lovely pets eat any parts, nor contact with the sap of toxic or unknown plants;
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It’s better to kill those growing around your house. Wear long-sleeved shirts, pants and gloves with sharp tools to dig it out completely;
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Clean the tools with rubbing alcohol or soap and water but do not do that with bare hands;
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Clean your hands and skin once exposed to plants with soap and water;
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Consider using barrier creams that contain bentoquatam to prevent poison oak, ivy and sumac rashes;
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Dump it in special trash cans in sealed garbage packages, and do not let your pets reach it;Do not let your lovely pets eat any parts, nor contact with the sap of toxic or unknown plants;
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If you take your pets to hike with you in the wild, please don’t let them eat any plants that you don’t know;
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Once your pets eat, touch or inhale anything from toxic plants and act abnormally, please call the doctors for help ASAP!
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Pets
Some pets are less likely than children to eat and touch just about everything. This is good, as a pet owner. However, you know your pet best, and it is up to you to keep them safe. There are plenty of poisonous weeds that can grow within the confines of your lawn, which might make your dogs or cats ill or worse if they eat them. Try to have an idea of what toxic plants grow in your area and keep them under control and your pets away from them.
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Common Toxic Houseplants
Common Toxic Houseplants
When it comes to decorating a house, there is nothing more refreshing than adding some beautiful houseplants. Some common house plants can also be toxic.

Aloe

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Aloe is famous for its sunburn-soothing properties and its gorgeous desert design. However, many people do not realize that the latex the aloe vera plant produces can be mildly toxic to pets and children.

The latex contains a chemical compound known as saponin. Which when ingested, can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and low blood sugar. This, if left unchecked, can lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. The proper response is to contact poison control or a veterinarian to know what to do in your particular circumstance if either your child or pet consumes aloe.

The latex of the plant is similar to the sap of the tree. It is inside the leaf, but sticks mainly toward the edges. If aloe gel is prepared properly it should be safe for use, but be sure to apply it only topically when treating burns.

Philodendron

Philodendron
Philodendron, also known as sweetheart vine, has become a resident at many houses and even businesses. They are glossy green and the leaves elegantly split, displaying interesting designs. Behind this beauty there is a needle-like toxin called calcium oxalate crystals.

These crystals are held within the plant and only affect you, your pets, or your loved ones if the plant tissue is broken. If ingested, the crystals can cause severe swelling, difficulty breathing, stomach pain, burning and pain. If they are accidentally caught on the skin, they can cause skin irritation.

If anyone accidentally ingests philodendron and they find it difficult to breathe or their tongue starts to swell up, it is important to seek medical attention immediately to avoid suffocation. If you have very young children or pets who have a tendency to tear at plants, keep them away from any philodendrons.

Peace Lily

Peace Lily
Peace lilies produce stunningly white flowers that bring to mind peace and serenity. This is one reason they are invited into our homes and given a place to stay. However, similar to philodendrons, the peace lily contains oxalate crystals known as raphides.

The raphides, once ingested, will cause swelling and burning sensations and can also cause skin irritation. Both pets and humans can get these symptoms so it is important to keep these plants from anyone who is likely to tear or chew it. Symptoms can become dire if the raphides cause the tongue and throat to swell to a point where the person or pet is having difficulty breathing. Seek proper medical attention if this is the case.

Snake Plant

Snake Plant
The snake plant is an interesting and popular house plant. Its stark architecture and wavy coloring has made it a fan favorite. This plant too, however, is toxic when ingested or if the sap touches your skin.

Snake plant sap will cause rashes if it comes into contact with your skin. In addition, it will cause diarrhea and vomiting when ingested. Again these symptoms are very serious and would be best avoided by keeping snake plants out of reach or by choosing a different houseplant.
Common Toxic Garden Plants
Common Toxic Garden Plants

Daffodil

Daffodil
Daffodils are a strikingly colorful flower. This can sometimes bring them much attention not from just onlooking adults but children as well. Since kids are more drawn to colorful objects, they may have a higher chance of just grabbing the flower and eating it. Adults have also been known to accidentally grab daffodil bulbs instead of onions.

Why are these mistakes so dangerous? Daffodils contain lycorine, which can induce nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. It also contains oxalates which can cause swelling and pain. The symptoms can be worse in animals, because if your pets eat daffodils they may experience drowsiness, low blood pressure or even liver damage.

Make sure to call poison control when these symptoms set in. The vomiting and diarrhea have been known to go away after 3 hours, but it is better to be safe than sorry. Ingesting liquids to keep hydration up can be important. If the patient is having difficulty breathing, seek medical attention immediately.

Hydrangea

Hydrangea
Hydrangeas are unique, with their soft blue and pink flowers. They are a great addition to any garden, but should not be snacked on—not that you would want to. Hydrangeas can be especially nasty because they contain compounds known as glycosides. These will release hydrogen cyanide into the bloodstream when consumed. This will block your body’s ability to uptake oxygen to the cells in your body.

The way to combat this kind of poisoning is through getting IVs from the vet or doctor. It is important to contact your medical professional immediately since the symptoms can be fatal within minutes or hours.

Rhododendrons

Rhododendrons
Rhododendron, the state flower of Washington, is also toxic. The multitudinous, pink flowers can be quite dangerous. All parts of this plant are toxic, the leaves and seeds more so than the flowers. However, even the nectar of the flower is toxic and in the Mediterranean, where rhododendrons grow in more dense quantities, the honey from bees who gather rhododendron nectar can be poisonous.

Normally kids and pets do not eat enough to experience the full poisoning effect. However, just eating two leaves is enough to be considered dangerous. The grayanotoxin glycosides within the rhododendron can cause vomiting, diarrhea and irregular heartbeats. Things can get very serious when too much rhododendron is consumed and can lead to necessary medical intervention.

Start by calling poison control first if you suspect anyone has been munching on rhododendrons. The experts there will be able to help guide you through the necessary processes to cure your loved one.

Rhubarb

Rhubarb
Yummy rhubarb has a nasty side to it. While the stems are used in many recipes, including for rhubarb strawberry pie, the leaves are toxic. They contain oxalic acid which is known to blister the mouth, cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and kidney stones. The leaves are known to be more toxic to pets than humans, but in either case, it is important to contact poison control immediately to figure out necessary steps to cure the patient.
Common Toxic Weeds in the Yard
Common Toxic Weeds in the Yard

Bittersweet Nightshade

Bittersweet Nightshade
Nightshade is an invasive, noxious weed that is extremely poisonous. It has been found along the East and West Coast of the U.S. It makes its home in areas with disturbed soil. This could be near your garden or areas that have recently had bushes/trees put in.

These plants are dark green with purple flowers that develop into bright red berries. The whole plant is toxic and should be avoided by pets and children alike. If ingested it can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The colorful berries are especially enticing to young children. If you see any plants that look similar to tomato or pepper plants that you did not plant in your yard, it is best to just pull them immediately.

Call poison control immediately if you think someone has fallen victim to nightshade.

Buttercups

Buttercups
Buttercups are found throughout the United States, especially in wet areas. The shiny, yellow flowers will pop up in the springtime, accompanying their dandelion friends. However, unlike dandelions, buttercups are not edible.

Buttercups will release a compound called protoanemonin. This toxin is known to cause vomiting, diarrhea, bloody stool, hypersalivation, depression, blisters, and more. These symptoms will affect both humans and animals. The sap may also cause irritation when it comes into contact with skin. These yellow flowers are dangerous and children should be observed cautiously when around them.

Foxgloves

Foxgloves
Foxgloves are beautiful plants that build towers out of vivid purple bell-shaped blossoms. They are very pretty to look at, but they contain a compound known as digoxin. This chemical is used in certain medicines to help people with certain heart conditions. However, the medicine is made by specialists, whereas someone eating foxgloves will receive unregulated amounts of the chemical.

This toxin can make you vomit and lower your heartbeat. This often causes dizziness and faintness. It is extremely important to call poison control immediately to know what to do in the case of foxglove poisoning. Some people have confused the young leaves of foxglove with borage, making adult foragers at risk as well as kids and pets.
How to Tend to or Get Rid of Toxic Plants
How to Tend to or Get Rid of Toxic Plants
Now that you know where to start with toxic plant identification, let us discuss how to either tend to the poisonous plants you decide to keep or get rid of them that plague your yard.

How to Tend to Poisonous Plants

Many plants that are toxic when ingested are also skin irritants. The philodendron is a good example of this. When the sap comes into contact with skin, it can cause a rash to form. To help protect yourself when tending to toxic plants, it is important to wear some sort of gloves.
Tend
Latex gloves may be the best solution due to their disposability. Regular gloves could potentially keep the poisonous sap on their surface. If the gloves aren’t cleaned then you could accidentally touch the irritant or pass it to someone else.

In addition you will want to plan where to keep your deadly beauties. If you have a toxic indoor plant try to keep it up high or out of reach of children and pets. This will keep accidents few and far between. Another idea is keeping your plants in areas that are usually inaccessible to children or pets. Areas such as an office, study room, or guest bedroom could be good locations. If applicable, you could also set up a terrarium for your little plant baby, making it more difficult for curious hands or paws to access.
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If you plan to have outdoor plants, location will be key. You will want to put plants in an area that will be inaccessible to children, pets and even wild animals. You will probably want to avoid planting the plants in the front of your house if kids walk by on a regular basis, just to be cautious. Having the plants behind a fence will be best, but use your discretion when choosing a spot.

How to Get Rid of Poisonous Plants

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The easiest but possibly most controversial way to get rid of poisonous plants is by using herbicides. This can be especially easy if you own a grass lawn and use an herbicide that targets broadleaf (non-grass) species. You can find many herbicides meant for yard use by simply searching the term online. Once you have purchased the herbicide you will want to make sure to follow the label posted on the container. If you follow the instructions precisely, then everything should run smoothly for you.

If you don’t plan on using herbicides, there are a few organic methods you can use to try to get rid of toxic plants. You can manually pull the plants out of the ground. This is probably one of the most difficult methods because there is no assurance that you will get the whole plant out this way.

You can also try pouring boiling hot water or spraying white vinegar on the target plants. This may take more time than using a synthetic herbicide, but you can feel a little better about using these products.

You can also try to use wood chips to cover a certain area where you do not want anything to grow. This will not stop all the weeds, but the few that make it through can be easily picked by hand.
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Who Is Most at Risk of Plant Poisoning?
Everyone should keep the following in mind to prevent being poisoned:
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Do not eat any parts, nor contact with the sap of toxic or unknown plants;
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If you need to kill it, wear long-sleeved shirts, pants and gloves with sharp tools to dig it out completely;
3
Clean the tools with rubbing alcohol or soap and water but do not do that with bare hands;
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Clean your hands and skin once exposed to plants with soap and water;
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Consider using barrier creams that contain bentoquatam to prevent poison oak, ivy and sumac rashes;
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Dump it in special trash cans in sealed garbage packages;
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Wear properly when you hiking or working in the wilderness. Long pants, long sleeves, gloves, hiking shoes, etc., that protect you from being hurt by any plants;
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Once you or your family aren’t feeling well after eating, touching or inhaling anything from toxic plants, please call your doctor for help ASAP!
Outdoor Workers
Outdoor Workers and Recreationalists
Those who enjoy the outdoors either as a hobby or as part of their work will rarely see a plant and decide to munch on it (although the scenario is not unheard of). However, they do tend to deal with moving through and brushing aside plants. These people are more at risk of being poisoned by touching toxic plants than by ingesting them.
Outdoor Workers
Foragers
Foragers
Foraging for food and medicinal plants is a desirable skill among people who want to feel at one with the land. This hobby can be very useful and enjoyable, but if done wrong , it can lead to disastrous effects. People who forage are picking and grabbing plants with the full intention of using those plants, most of the time to ingest them.
Foragers
Children
Children
While outdoor workers are more likely to touch poison and foragers are more likely to ingest poison, children can easily do both. These bundles of joy just love to run around and explore the world. They enjoy touching things and occasionally shoving random stuff in their mouth; this is a terrible combination with toxic plants in the mix.
If you let your children run about, it is important to know what are the local toxic plants that they could accidentally get into. Try to educate the children and steer them away from where the toxic plants are located.
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Common Toxic Houseplants
Common Toxic Houseplants
When it comes to decorating a house, there is nothing more refreshing than adding some beautiful houseplants. Some common house plants can also be toxic.

Aloe

aloe
Aloe is famous for its sunburn-soothing properties and its gorgeous desert design. However, many people do not realize that the latex the aloe vera plant produces can be mildly toxic to pets and children.

The latex contains a chemical compound known as saponin. Which when ingested, can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and low blood sugar. This, if left unchecked, can lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. The proper response is to contact poison control or a veterinarian to know what to do in your particular circumstance if either your child or pet consumes aloe.

The latex of the plant is similar to the sap of the tree. It is inside the leaf, but sticks mainly toward the edges. If aloe gel is prepared properly it should be safe for use, but be sure to apply it only topically when treating burns.

Philodendron

Philodendron
Philodendron, also known as sweetheart vine, has become a resident at many houses and even businesses. They are glossy green and the leaves elegantly split, displaying interesting designs. Behind this beauty there is a needle-like toxin called calcium oxalate crystals.

These crystals are held within the plant and only affect you, your pets, or your loved ones if the plant tissue is broken. If ingested, the crystals can cause severe swelling, difficulty breathing, stomach pain, burning and pain. If they are accidentally caught on the skin, they can cause skin irritation.

If anyone accidentally ingests philodendron and they find it difficult to breathe or their tongue starts to swell up, it is important to seek medical attention immediately to avoid suffocation. If you have very young children or pets who have a tendency to tear at plants, keep them away from any philodendrons.

Peace Lily

Peace Lily
Peace lilies produce stunningly white flowers that bring to mind peace and serenity. This is one reason they are invited into our homes and given a place to stay. However, similar to philodendrons, the peace lily contains oxalate crystals known as raphides.

The raphides, once ingested, will cause swelling and burning sensations and can also cause skin irritation. Both pets and humans can get these symptoms so it is important to keep these plants from anyone who is likely to tear or chew it. Symptoms can become dire if the raphides cause the tongue and throat to swell to a point where the person or pet is having difficulty breathing. Seek proper medical attention if this is the case.

Snake Plant

Snake Plant
The snake plant is an interesting and popular house plant. Its stark architecture and wavy coloring has made it a fan favorite. This plant too, however, is toxic when ingested or if the sap touches your skin.

Snake plant sap will cause rashes if it comes into contact with your skin. In addition, it will cause diarrhea and vomiting when ingested. Again these symptoms are very serious and would be best avoided by keeping snake plants out of reach or by choosing a different houseplant.
Common Toxic Garden Plants
Common Toxic Garden Plants

Daffodil

Daffodil
Daffodils are a strikingly colorful flower. This can sometimes bring them much attention not from just onlooking adults but children as well. Since kids are more drawn to colorful objects, they may have a higher chance of just grabbing the flower and eating it. Adults have also been known to accidentally grab daffodil bulbs instead of onions.

Why are these mistakes so dangerous? Daffodils contain lycorine, which can induce nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. It also contains oxalates which can cause swelling and pain. The symptoms can be worse in animals, because if your pets eat daffodils they may experience drowsiness, low blood pressure or even liver damage.

Make sure to call poison control when these symptoms set in. The vomiting and diarrhea have been known to go away after 3 hours, but it is better to be safe than sorry. Ingesting liquids to keep hydration up can be important. If the patient is having difficulty breathing, seek medical attention immediately.

Hydrangea

Hydrangea
Hydrangeas are unique, with their soft blue and pink flowers. They are a great addition to any garden, but should not be snacked on—not that you would want to. Hydrangeas can be especially nasty because they contain compounds known as glycosides. These will release hydrogen cyanide into the bloodstream when consumed. This will block your body’s ability to uptake oxygen to the cells in your body.

The way to combat this kind of poisoning is through getting IVs from the vet or doctor. It is important to contact your medical professional immediately since the symptoms can be fatal within minutes or hours.

Rhododendrons

Rhododendrons
Rhododendron, the state flower of Washington, is also toxic. The multitudinous, pink flowers can be quite dangerous. All parts of this plant are toxic, the leaves and seeds more so than the flowers. However, even the nectar of the flower is toxic and in the Mediterranean, where rhododendrons grow in more dense quantities, the honey from bees who gather rhododendron nectar can be poisonous.

Normally kids and pets do not eat enough to experience the full poisoning effect. However, just eating two leaves is enough to be considered dangerous. The grayanotoxin glycosides within the rhododendron can cause vomiting, diarrhea and irregular heartbeats. Things can get very serious when too much rhododendron is consumed and can lead to necessary medical intervention.

Start by calling poison control first if you suspect anyone has been munching on rhododendrons. The experts there will be able to help guide you through the necessary processes to cure your loved one.

Rhubarb

Rhubarb
Yummy rhubarb has a nasty side to it. While the stems are used in many recipes, including for rhubarb strawberry pie, the leaves are toxic. They contain oxalic acid which is known to blister the mouth, cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and kidney stones. The leaves are known to be more toxic to pets than humans, but in either case, it is important to contact poison control immediately to figure out necessary steps to cure the patient.
Common Toxic Weeds in the Yard
Common Toxic Weeds in the Yard

Bittersweet Nightshade

Bittersweet Nightshade
Nightshade is an invasive, noxious weed that is extremely poisonous. It has been found along the East and West Coast of the U.S. It makes its home in areas with disturbed soil. This could be near your garden or areas that have recently had bushes/trees put in.

These plants are dark green with purple flowers that develop into bright red berries. The whole plant is toxic and should be avoided by pets and children alike. If ingested it can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The colorful berries are especially enticing to young children. If you see any plants that look similar to tomato or pepper plants that you did not plant in your yard, it is best to just pull them immediately.

Call poison control immediately if you think someone has fallen victim to nightshade.

Buttercups

Buttercups
Buttercups are found throughout the United States, especially in wet areas. The shiny, yellow flowers will pop up in the springtime, accompanying their dandelion friends. However, unlike dandelions, buttercups are not edible.

Buttercups will release a compound called protoanemonin. This toxin is known to cause vomiting, diarrhea, bloody stool, hypersalivation, depression, blisters, and more. These symptoms will affect both humans and animals. The sap may also cause irritation when it comes into contact with skin. These yellow flowers are dangerous and children should be observed cautiously when around them.

Foxgloves

Foxgloves
Foxgloves are beautiful plants that build towers out of vivid purple bell-shaped blossoms. They are very pretty to look at, but they contain a compound known as digoxin. This chemical is used in certain medicines to help people with certain heart conditions. However, the medicine is made by specialists, whereas someone eating foxgloves will receive unregulated amounts of the chemical.

This toxin can make you vomit and lower your heartbeat. This often causes dizziness and faintness. It is extremely important to call poison control immediately to know what to do in the case of foxglove poisoning. Some people have confused the young leaves of foxglove with borage, making adult foragers at risk as well as kids and pets.
How to Tend to or Get Rid of Toxic Plants
How to Tend to or Get Rid of Toxic Plants
Now that you know where to start with toxic plant identification, let us discuss how to either tend to the poisonous plants you decide to keep or get rid of them that plague your yard.

How to Tend to Poisonous Plants

Many plants that are toxic when ingested are also skin irritants. The philodendron is a good example of this. When the sap comes into contact with skin, it can cause a rash to form. To help protect yourself when tending to toxic plants, it is important to wear some sort of gloves.
Tend
Latex gloves may be the best solution due to their disposability. Regular gloves could potentially keep the poisonous sap on their surface. If the gloves aren’t cleaned then you could accidentally touch the irritant or pass it to someone else.

In addition you will want to plan where to keep your deadly beauties. If you have a toxic indoor plant try to keep it up high or out of reach of children and pets. This will keep accidents few and far between. Another idea is keeping your plants in areas that are usually inaccessible to children or pets. Areas such as an office, study room, or guest bedroom could be good locations. If applicable, you could also set up a terrarium for your little plant baby, making it more difficult for curious hands or paws to access.
tend2
If you plan to have outdoor plants, location will be key. You will want to put plants in an area that will be inaccessible to children, pets and even wild animals. You will probably want to avoid planting the plants in the front of your house if kids walk by on a regular basis, just to be cautious. Having the plants behind a fence will be best, but use your discretion when choosing a spot.

How to Get Rid of Poisonous Plants

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The easiest but possibly most controversial way to get rid of poisonous plants is by using herbicides. This can be especially easy if you own a grass lawn and use an herbicide that targets broadleaf (non-grass) species. You can find many herbicides meant for yard use by simply searching the term online. Once you have purchased the herbicide you will want to make sure to follow the label posted on the container. If you follow the instructions precisely, then everything should run smoothly for you.

If you don’t plan on using herbicides, there are a few organic methods you can use to try to get rid of toxic plants. You can manually pull the plants out of the ground. This is probably one of the most difficult methods because there is no assurance that you will get the whole plant out this way.

You can also try pouring boiling hot water or spraying white vinegar on the target plants. This may take more time than using a synthetic herbicide, but you can feel a little better about using these products.

You can also try to use wood chips to cover a certain area where you do not want anything to grow. This will not stop all the weeds, but the few that make it through can be easily picked by hand.
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Distribution of Golden dewdrops

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The golden dewdrops plant originated in Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean. It is also native to the southwestern United States where it grows in sunny locations along forest edges. It is also cultivated globally as a garden plant and is naturalized in many parts of the world.
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Golden Dewdrops Watering Instructions
Golden dewdrops comes from tropical and subtropical regions, including Mexico, South America, and the Caribbean. It thrives in warm climates with high humidity levels and well-drained soil. Being native to these regions, it prefers regular watering to mimic the ample rainfall it receives. Water golden dewdrops when the top inch of soil feels dry, allowing excess water to drain. Maintain consistent moisture, avoiding both overwatering and allowing the soil to dry out completely.
When Should I Water My Golden Dewdrops?
Overview
Proper hydration is crucial for the health and robust growth of golden dewdrops. Recognizing the signs that indicate a need for watering can prevent unnecessary damage and maintain the plant's overall wellbeing. These specific indicators are tailored to golden dewdrops
Soil Dryness
When the top 1-2 inches of the soil around golden dewdrops is completely dry, it is a clear sign that the plant requires watering. This is a handy indication as you can simply touch the soil every few days to determine the watering needs of your plant.
Leaf Color
Golden dewdrops's leaves act as a crucial indicator of its water needs. If healthy, they should have a vibrant green color. A fading or yellowing color could signify that the plant has been underwatered and requires hydration.
Leaf Texture
Wilted or drooping leaves are a clear indication that golden dewdrops needs watering. Healthy golden dewdrops leaves are typically strong and upright.
Leaf Drop
Golden dewdrops is known to lose leaves when it lacks sufficient water. If you notice an unusual shedding of leaves, it might be a signal that the plant needs to be watered.
Potential Risks
Watering golden dewdrops too early or too late can have harmful effects on its health. Overwatering can lead to root rot and fungal infections whereas underwatering can lead to dehydration and stunted growth. Both these conditions can severely damage or even kill your plant if not corrected timely.
How Should I Water My Golden Dewdrops?
Watering Requirements
Golden dewdrops, also known as Golden dewdrops, has specific watering needs and sensitivities that should be considered for optimal hydration.
Watering Technique
It is best to water golden dewdrops thoroughly until water drains from the bottom of the pot. This ensures that the roots receive adequate hydration. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out before watering again to prevent overwatering, as golden dewdrops prefers slightly moist soil.
Watering Can Type
When using a watering can, opt for one with a narrow spout to direct the water flow precisely to the base of the plant. This helps avoid excessive water on the foliage and promotes targeted hydration at the root level.
How Much Water Does Golden Dewdrops Really Need?
Introduction
Golden dewdrops is a plant native to tropical regions of the Americas. It typically grows in areas with well-draining soil and receives regular rainfall. Understanding its natural habitat can help determine the optimal watering conditions for this plant.
Optimal Water Quantity
In general, golden dewdrops prefers evenly moist soil. The frequency of watering will depend on several factors, including pot size, root depth, and the plant's size. Here are some guidelines: -Pot Size: golden dewdrops in smaller pots may require more frequent watering compared to those in larger pots as they dry out more quickly. -Root Depth: golden dewdrops's root system is relatively shallow, so a gentle and thorough watering to reach the root zone is recommended. -Plant Size: Large golden dewdrops plants with more foliage may require more water compared to smaller ones.
A general rule of thumb is to water the plant thoroughly, allowing the water to penetrate the root zone, and then wait for the top layer of soil to dry out partially before the next watering. This will help maintain the right moisture level without causing waterlogging.
Signs of Proper Hydration
Properly hydrated golden dewdrops plants will have healthy, green leaves that are not drooping or wilting. The soil should feel slightly moist to the touch, but not overly saturated. Overwatering can lead to root rot, indicated by yellowing leaves, a foul odor, or excessive soil moisture. Underwatering may cause the leaves to turn brown or crispy and can lead to stunted growth.
Risks of Improper Watering
Overwatering can suffocate the roots, leading to root rot, while underwatering can cause the plant to wilt and eventually die. Both scenarios can make the plant more susceptible to disease and pest infestations.
Additional Advice
In order to create favorable soil conditions and maintain moisture levels, adding organic matter, such as compost or well-rotted manure, can improve water retention while promoting healthy root development. It's important to note that water requirements may vary depending on the specific environmental conditions and climate, so it's always best to monitor the plant closely and adjust watering accordingly.
How Often Should I Water Golden Dewdrops?
Every 1-2 weeks
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Just like people, each plant has its own preferences and needs. Devote time to understanding your plants so you can nurture them properly. Observe your plants attentively, learning from their growth patterns, and becoming more in tune with their needs as you grow together. Keep a watchful eye on new plants and seedlings, as they are sensitive to both overwatering and underwatering. Shower them with gentle love and attention, fostering their growth and strength. Let the rhythm of your local climate guide your watering habits, adapting your schedule to the changing weather and the needs of your plants.
What Kind of Water is Best for Golden Dewdrops?
Water Type Guide for golden dewdrops
Water Sensitivity: Moderate - golden dewdrops prefers well-draining soil and should not be overly saturated with water.
Water Types
Distilled Water: Ideal for golden dewdrops as it is free from impurities and chemicals. Filtered Water: A suitable alternative to distilled water, as long as it removes any harmful contaminants. Rainwater: Best suited for golden dewdrops as it is natural, free of chemicals, and has a balanced pH level. Tap Water: Can be used if no other water sources are available. However, it may contain chlorine and other chemicals that can be harmful to the plant.
Chlorine Sensitivity
High - golden dewdrops is sensitive to chlorine in tap water, which can cause leaf burn and overall stress to the plant.
Fluoride Sensitivity
High - golden dewdrops is sensitive to fluoride in tap water, which can cause leaf discoloration and stunted growth.
Water Treatments
Dechlorination: It is recommended to let tap water sit out for at least 24 hours before using it on golden dewdrops. This allows the chlorine to evaporate and makes it safer for the plant. Filtration: Using a water filter can remove chlorine, fluoride, and other harmful contaminants from tap water, making it suitable for golden dewdrops.
Water Temperature Preferences
Moderate - golden dewdrops generally prefers water at room temperature (around 68-72°F or 20-22°C). Avoid using water that is too cold or too hot, as extreme temperatures can shock the plant.
How Do Golden Dewdrops's Watering Needs Change with the Seasons?
How to Water golden dewdrops in Spring?
In spring, as the weather starts to warm, golden dewdrops emerges from its winter dormancy and begins a period of rapid growth. Consequently, the soil will need to be kept moderately moist to support this new growth. Do not create a waterlogged condition; rather aim for steady soil moisture. Monitor the soil鈥檚 top layer and water when it starts to dry out.
How to Water golden dewdrops in Summer?
Summer brings increased daylight and generally hotter conditions. During these months, golden dewdrops experiences a growth spurt and hence, it requires a consistent amount of water to maintain its growth and vitality. However, take care to prevent water from standing in the plant saucer as golden dewdrops does not do well in stagnant water. It's also recommended to deeply water the plant instead of frequent light watering to stimulate deeper root growth and resilience in harsher conditions.
How to Water golden dewdrops in Autumn?
In autumn, golden dewdrops's growth begins to slow down. Decreased daylight hours and cooler temperatures mean that the plant will not require as much water as in spring and summer. Monitor the plant more closely during this time, watering just enough to prevent the soil from drying out completely. Overwatering at this stage could lead to root rot or other fungal diseases.
How to Water golden dewdrops in Winter?
Winter is a period of dormancy for golden dewdrops. During this time, its water requirements significantly lessen. The plant's metabolism slows down substantially, so it will make use of far less water. Therefore, watering should be reduced accordingly, to avoid the risk of waterlogging or freezing in colder climates. However, ensure that the plant is not completely dried out; the soil should retain slight moisture.
What Expert Tips Can Enhance Golden Dewdrops Watering Routine?
Watering Tool:
Consider using a watering wand or a soaker hose to provide water directly to the base of the plant. This helps avoid wetting the foliage, which can lead to disease. Additionally, using a watering can with a long spout can help reach deep into the pot or around the plant's root zone.
Morning Watering:
Water golden dewdrops in the morning to allow the soil to absorb the moisture before the heat of the day. This gives the plant ample time to use the water and reduces the risk of evaporation.
Checking Soil Moisture:
When assessing soil moisture, don't rely solely on surface dampness. Stick your finger about an inch into the soil to determine if it's dry or wet. If the soil feels moist, wait until it starts to dry out before watering again.
Signs of Thirst:
When golden dewdrops is thirsty, its leaves may wilt or become droopy. You may also notice that the topsoil becomes noticeably dry. These are signs that it's time to water the plant.
Beware of Over-Watering:
Over-watering can be detrimental to golden dewdrops. It can lead to root rot and other diseases. If the plant's leaves are yellowing or becoming soft, and the soil is constantly wet, it may be a sign of over-watering. Adjust your watering frequency accordingly.
Watering During Heatwaves:
During a heatwave, golden dewdrops may require more frequent watering. Keep a close eye on the soil moisture and adjust accordingly. However, ensure that the plant is not sitting in waterlogged soil, as it can lead to root problems.
Watering During Extended Rain:
If golden dewdrops is exposed to extended periods of rain, it's essential to check the soil for excessive moisture. If the soil is constantly saturated, consider providing additional drainage or temporarily covering the plant to prevent waterlogging.
Watering Stressed Plants:
If golden dewdrops is stressed due to factors such as transplanting or extreme weather conditions, it may benefit from deep watering to encourage root growth. Allow the water to penetrate deeply into the soil to reach the plant's roots.
Mulching Benefits:
Applying a layer of organic mulch around golden dewdrops can help retain soil moisture, regulate temperature, and suppress weed growth. This reduces the need for frequent watering and provides a more stable environment for the plant.
Considering Hydroponics? How to Manage a Water-Grown Golden Dewdrops?
Overview of hydroponics
Golden dewdrops is a plant that can be successfully grown using hydroponics, which is a method of growing plants in a water-based nutrient-rich solution instead of traditional soil. Hydroponics provides precise control over nutrient levels, pH levels, and environmental conditions, allowing for optimal growth and yield.
Specific hydroponic system
Deep water culture (DWC) is well-suited for growing golden dewdrops hydroponically. In this system, the plant's roots are submerged in a nutrient solution that is continuously oxygenated. This ensures sufficient oxygen supply to the roots and facilitates nutrient uptake.
Nutrient solution requirements
Golden dewdrops prefers a balanced nutrient solution with an EC (Electrical Conductivity) of 1.5-2.5 mS/cm and a pH of 5.8-6.5 for optimal growth. The nutrient solution should contain essential elements such as nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K), as well as micronutrients like iron (Fe), manganese (Mn), and zinc (Zn). It's important to monitor the nutrient levels regularly and adjust the solution as needed.
Challenges and common issues
When growing golden dewdrops hydroponically, some common challenges include root rot due to insufficient oxygenation, nutrient imbalances leading to deficiencies or toxicities, and meeting the plant's light requirements. To prevent root rot, ensure adequate oxygenation in the hydroponic system by using an air stone or diffuser to release bubbles into the nutrient solution. Regularly check and adjust the nutrient solution to avoid deficiencies or toxicities. Golden dewdrops requires at least 12-16 hours of light per day, so using appropriate grow lights or placing the plants in a well-lit area is crucial.
Monitoring plant health
In a hydroponic setup, golden dewdrops may show signs of stress such as wilting or yellowing of leaves, stunted growth, or poor fruiting. Regularly monitor the plant's root health by checking for any discoloration, sliminess, or foul odors, which may indicate root rot. Keep an eye on the pH and nutrient levels of the solution and look for any deficiencies or imbalances that could affect plant health.
Adjusting hydroponic environment
As golden dewdrops progresses through different growth stages, it may have varying nutrient requirements. During the vegetative stage, higher nitrogen levels are beneficial, while during the flowering and fruiting stages, phosphorous and potassium become more crucial. Adjust the nutrient solution accordingly to support optimal growth at each stage. Additionally, maintain appropriate lighting and temperature conditions based on golden dewdrops's needs for healthy growth and development.
Important Symptoms
Overwatering Symptoms of Golden dewdrops
Golden dewdrops is more susceptible to developing disease symptoms when overwatered because it prefers a soil environment with moderate humidity. Symptoms of overwatering include yellowing leaves, root rot, leaf drop...
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Yellowing leaves
When plants receive too much water, the roots become oxygen deprived and the bottom leaves of the plant gradually turn yellow.
Root rot
Excess water in the soil can lead to the growth of harmful fungi and bacteria, causing the roots to rot and eventually kill the plant.
Leaf drop
When plants are overwatered, they may shed their leaves as a response to stress, even if the leaves appear green and healthy.
Mold and mildew
Overwatered plants create a damp environment that can encourage the growth of mold and mildew on soil.
Increased susceptibility diseases
Overwatering plants may become more susceptible and diseases as their overall health declines, weakening their natural defenses.
Solutions
1. Adjust watering frequency based on seasons and soil dryness. Wait for soil to dry before watering.2. Increase soil aeration by loosening surface and gently stirring with a wooden stick or chopstick.3. Optimize environment with good ventilation and warmth to enhance water evaporation and prevent overwatering.
Underwatering Symptoms of Golden dewdrops
Golden dewdrops is more susceptible to plant health issues when lacking watering, as it can only tolerate short periods of drought. Symptoms of dehydration include wilting, yellowing leaves, leaf drop...
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Wilting
Due to the dry soil and insufficient water absorption by the roots, the leaves of the plant will appear limp, droopy, and lose vitality.
Root damage
Prolonged underwatering can cause root damage, making it difficult for the plant to absorb water even when it is available.
Dry stems
Due to insufficient water, plant stems may become dry or brittle, making the branches easy to break.
Dying plant
If underwatering continues for an extended period, the plant may ultimately die as a result of severe water stress and an inability to carry out essential functions.
Solutions
1. Thoroughly saturate soil with slow ring watering to ensure uniform and sufficient moisture for plants. 2. Increase air humidity with water trays or misting to slow leaf water evaporation. 3. Watering according to the recommended frequency.Adjust watering frequency based on seasons and soil dryness.
Watering Troubleshooting for Golden Dewdrops
Why are the leaves on my golden dewdrops turning yellow and wilting?
This symptom is commonly associated with over-watering. Golden dewdrops's roots become waterlogged and struggle to take in oxygen, leading to yellow or wilting leaves. To solve this, reduce the frequency of watering and ensure your golden dewdrops is being planted in a well-draining soil to allow excess water to escape.
What causes my golden dewdrops to develop dry, curling leaves?
Dry and curling leaves often indicate a lack of water, a common problem for golden dewdrops plants during periods of hot, dry weather. To resolve this, water your golden dewdrops more frequently during such conditions. However, avoid over watering as it may lead to other problems.
Why is the growth stunted on my golden dewdrops despite watering regularly?
Golden dewdrops plants need a balance of water and sunlight for proper growth. Too much watering may lead to leaching of nutrients from the soil, stunting the growth. Try to water your golden dewdrops deeply but less frequently to encourage the plant to develop a deep root system, enabling better nutrient absorption.
My golden dewdrops shows signs of leaf spot disease. Could this be due to watering?
Yes, leaf spot disease in golden dewdrops can be triggered by improper watering. This often happens when water sits on the leaves for extended periods. To avoid this problem, water your plant at the soil level rather than from overhead. Ensure your plant has adequate air circulation to facilitate faster drying of any accidental leaf moisture.
The leaves on my golden dewdrops are dropping despite regular watering. What could be wrong?
If golden dewdrops is receiving sufficient water and still shedding leaves, it might be due to over-watering, leading to root rot. To address this issue, let the soil dry out between watering sessions. In severe cases, you may need to re-pot the plant using fresh, well-draining soil.
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Watch how sunlight gracefully moves through your garden, and choose spots that provide the perfect balance of light and shade for your plants, ensuring their happiness.
Essentials
Golden dewdrops thrives under abundant light, as in its native habitat, boosting lush growth and amplifying flower bloom. Different growth stages may have slightly varying needs but a well-lit environment consistently benefits the plant. However, slight shade is tolerated and won't severely hinder growth. Still, overly reduced or intense light may cause stunted growth or leaf burn.
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Indoor plants require adequate lighting for optimal growth. When natural sunlight is insufficient, particularly in winter or in less sunny spaces, artificial lights offer a vital solution, promoting faster, healthier growth.
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Indoor plants require adequate lighting for optimal growth. When natural sunlight is insufficient, particularly in winter or in less sunny spaces, artificial lights offer a vital solution, promoting faster, healthier growth.
1. Choose the right type of artificial light: LED lights are a popular choice for indoor plant lighting because they can be customized to provide the specific wavelengths of light that your plants need.
Full sun plants need 30-50W/sq ft of artificial light, partial sun plants need 20-30W/sq ft, and full shade plants need 10-20W/sq ft.
2. Determine the appropriate distance: Place the light source 12-36 inches above the plant to mimic natural sunlight.
3. Determine the duration: Mimic the length of natural daylight hours for your plant species. most plants need 8-12 hours of light per day.
Important Symptoms
Symptoms of Insufficient Light in %s
Golden dewdrops thrives in full sunlight but can tolerate partial shade. However, when cultivated indoors during winter, it's often placed in rooms with insufficient lighting, leading to easily noticeable symptoms of light deficiency.
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Small leaves
New leaves may grow smaller in size compared to the previous ones once they have matured.
Leggy or sparse growth
The spaces between leaves or stems of your golden dewdrops may become longer, resulting in a thin and stretched-out appearance. This can make the plant look sparse and weak, and it may easily break or lean due to its own weight.
Faster leaf drop
When plants are exposed to low light conditions, they tend to shed older leaves early to conserve resources. Within a limited time, these resources can be utilized to grow new leaves until the plant's energy reserves are depleted.
Slower or no new growth
Golden dewdrops enters a survival mode when light conditions are poor, which leads to a halt in leaf production. As a result, the plant's growth becomes delayed or stops altogether.
Lighter-colored new leaves
Insufficient sunlight can cause leaves to develop irregular color patterns or appear pale. This indicates a lack of chlorophyll and essential nutrients.
Solutions
1. To ensure optimal growth, gradually move plants to a sunnier location each week, until they receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Use a south-facing window and keep curtains open during the day for maximum sunlight exposure and nutrient accumulation.2. To provide additional light for your plant, consider using artificial light if it's large or not easily movable. Keep a desk or ceiling lamp on for at least 8 hours daily, or invest in professional plant grow lights for ample light.
Symptoms of Excessive light in %s
Golden dewdrops thrives in full sun exposure but can also tolerate partial shade. They have a remarkable resilience to intense sunlight, and symptoms of sunburn may not be easily visible.
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Chlorosis
Chlorosis is a condition where the plant's leaves lose their green color and turn yellow. This is due to the breakdown of chlorophyll from excessive sunlight, which negatively affects the plant's ability to photosynthesize.
Sunscald
Sunscald occurs when the plant's leaves or stems are damaged by intense sunlight exposure. It appears as pale, bleached, or necrotic areas on the plant tissue and can reduce the plant's overall health.
Leaf Curling
Leaf curling is a symptom where leaves curl or twist under extreme sunlight conditions. This is a defense mechanism used by the plant to reduce its surface area exposed to sunlight, minimizing water loss and damage.
Wilting
Wilting occurs when a plant loses turgor pressure and its leaves and stems begin to droop. Overexposure to sunlight can cause wilting by increasing the plant's water loss through transpiration, making it difficult for the plant to maintain adequate hydration.
Leaf Scorching
Leaf scorching is a symptom characterized by the appearance of brown, dry, and crispy edges or patches on leaves due to excessive sunlight. This can lead to a reduction in photosynthetic capacity and overall plant health.
Solutions
1. Move your plant to the optimal position where it can receive abundant sunlight but also have some shade. An east-facing window is an ideal choice as the morning sunlight is gentler. This way, your plant can enjoy ample sunlight while reducing the risk of sunburn.2. It is recommended to trim off any completely dehydrated or withered parts of the plant.
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Just like people, each plant has its own preferences. Learn about your plants' temperature needs and create a comforting environment for them to flourish. As you care for your plants, your bond with them will deepen. Trust your intuition as you learn about their temperature needs, celebrating the journey you share. Lovingly monitor the temperature around your plants and adjust their environment as needed. A thermometer can be your ally in this heartfelt endeavor. Be patient and gentle with yourself as you explore your plants' temperature needs. Cherish your successes, learn from challenges, and nurture your garden with love, creating a haven that reflects the warmth of your care.
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Golden dewdrops is a temperate woody plant that prefers temperatures ranging from 68 to 100 ℉ (20 to 38 ℃). In its native growth environment, Golden dewdrops can withstand extreme temperatures for short periods of time but will not survive prolonged exposure. To adjust to seasonal changes, keep the plant in a sheltered area during the winter months and provide shade during the hot summer months.
Regional wintering strategies
Golden dewdrops is extremely heat-loving, and any cold temperatures can cause harm to it. In the autumn, it is recommended to bring outdoor-grown Golden dewdrops indoors and place it near a bright window, but it should be kept at a certain distance from heaters. Maintaining temperatures above {Suitable_growth_temperature_min} during winter is beneficial for plant growth. Any temperatures approaching {Tolerable_growing_temperature_min} are detrimental to the plant.
Important Symptoms
Symptoms of Low Temperature in Golden dewdrops
Golden dewdrops prefers warm temperatures and is not tolerant of low temperatures. It thrives best when the temperature is above {Suitable_growth_temperature_min}. During winter, it should be kept above {Tolerable_growing_temperature_min}. When the temperature falls below {Limit_growth_temperature}, the leaves may lighten in color. After frost damage, the color gradually turns brown or black, and symptoms such as wilting and drooping may occur.
Solutions
Trim off the frost-damaged parts. Immediately move indoors to a warm environment for cold protection. Choose a spot near a south-facing window to place the plant, ensuring ample sunlight. Additionally, avoid placing the plant near heaters or air conditioning vents to prevent excessive dryness in the air.
Symptoms of High Temperature in Golden dewdrops
During summer, Golden dewdrops should be kept below {Suitable_growth_temperature_max}. When the temperature exceeds {Tolerable_growing_temperature_max}, the color of the leaves becomes lighter, and the plant becomes more susceptible to sunburn.
Solutions
Trim away the sunburned and dried-up parts. Move the plant to a location that provides shade from the midday and afternoon sun. Water the plant in the morning and evening to keep the soil moist.
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