root rot

• Maladie des plantes causée par des champignons ou des bactéries qui attaquent les racines, entraînant leur pourriture, une croissance médiocre et souvent la mort de la plante, généralement due à un excès d'arrosage ou à un mauvais drainage.

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.

   pourriture des racines

   • 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.