Troubleshooting
Moore's Crinum problems — and how to fix them
Moore's Crinum (Crinum moorei) is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Bulb rot
Overwatering or poorly drained soil causes basal rot; plant with the bulb neck at or above soil level and improve drainage.
Narcissus fly (Merodon equestris)
Larvae tunnel into bulbs; check bulbs when dividing and discard any that feel soft or hollow.
Slugs and snails
Damage new emerging shoots and flowers; use organic slug pellets or copper barriers around pots.
Red spider mite
Infests foliage in warm, dry conditions; keep humidity high and apply a miticide if populations build.
Failure to flower
Usually caused by excess shade, cold, or a pot that is too large; slight crowding in the container encourages blooming.
Prevent moore's crinum problems before they start
Most moore's crinum issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Moore's Crinum problems — FAQ
Why is my moore's crinum bulb rot?
Overwatering or poorly drained soil causes basal rot; plant with the bulb neck at or above soil level and improve drainage.
Why is my moore's crinum narcissus fly (merodon equestris)?
Larvae tunnel into bulbs; check bulbs when dividing and discard any that feel soft or hollow.
Why is my moore's crinum slugs and snails?
Damage new emerging shoots and flowers; use organic slug pellets or copper barriers around pots.
Why is my moore's crinum red spider mite?
Infests foliage in warm, dry conditions; keep humidity high and apply a miticide if populations build.
Why is my moore's crinum failure to flower?
Usually caused by excess shade, cold, or a pot that is too large; slight crowding in the container encourages blooming.