Dracaena Marginata Root Rot from Water Globe

Water globes keep soil constantly wet—fatal for Dracaena marginata. One stem mushy, others drooping = root rot.

Emergency Steps

1. Remove water globe.
2. Let soil dry ⅓ down pot.
3. Cut off mushy stems. Remove dead leaves.
4. Water sparingly only when dry. Bright light, warmth.
5. No repotting, no fertilizer.

Recovery possible if any healthy roots remain. But often too late once stems soften.