Tuberose — 6Pests & diseases

• Nematodes: biological measures in the source

  Root-knot nematode: treat bulbs with Pochonia chlamydosporia at 1 kg/ha, then apply 2.5 kg/ha to the soil mixed with 100 kg FYM. Foliar nematode: soak bulbs overnight in neem seed kernel extract (NSKE) before planting.

  Pending expert review

  Source

  Crop Production Guide – Horticulture Crops 2020 (Directorate of Horticulture and Plantation Crops, Tamil Nadu & Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU)), Tuberose – Plant protection (nematodes), p. 260

  Region

  Tamil Nadu

  Last updated

  2026-11-04

• Pests and diseases: ask before you spray

  The source lists chemical treatments for thrips, aphids, root-knot nematode, weeds and basal/stem rot. Choose any product only with your local Horticulture or Agriculture Officer.

  Follow the instructions on the product label. Consult your local Agriculture Officer before use.

  Pending expert review

  Source

  Crop Production Guide – Horticulture Crops 2020 (Directorate of Horticulture and Plantation Crops, Tamil Nadu & Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU)), Tuberose – Plant protection, p. 260

  Region

  Tamil Nadu

  Last updated

  2026-11-04