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root rot

/ruːt rɒt/

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/ruːt rɒt/C1formalscientific
  • ruБолезнь растений, вызываемая грибками или бактериями, поражающими корни, что приводит к гниению, плохому росту и часто гибели растения, обычно из-за чрезмерного полива или плохого дренажа.

A plant disease caused by fungi or bacteria that attack the roots, leading to decay, poor growth, and often death of the plant, typically due to overwatering or poor drainage.

  1. Plant diseaseB2formal

    A disease affecting plants, caused by fungi or bacteria, that damages the roots and prevents them from absorbing water and nutrients.

    ruГниль корней

    • Overwatering is the most common cause of root rot in houseplants.
    • The gardener had to remove the infected plant to prevent root rot from spreading.
    • Signs of root rot include yellowing leaves and a foul smell from the soil.