The red hot poker plant is succumbing to a virus. The virus is known as sudden oak death (SOD). Symptoms of SOD include wilting, yellowing, and dieback of the leaves. The plant may also experience reduced growth and reduced yields.
The virus is spread through contact with infected plants or soil. There is no cure for SOD, but there are treatments available to help manage the symptoms. For now, the best way to protect your red hot poker plant is to keep it away from other plants that may be infected and to use proper sanitation techniques when handling infected plants.
While there is no cure for SOD, there are treatments available to help manage the symptoms. Proper sanitation techniques when handling infected plants can also help prevent the spread of the virus.
For now, the best way to protect your red hot poker plant is to keep it away from other plants that may be infected and to use proper sanitation techniques when handling infected plants. If you notice any of the symptoms of SOD on your red hot poker plant, please contact your local extension agent orchid specialist for more information on how to care for your plant.
