Do I Need To Remove Cyanobacteria

Question

I have just purchased a cycad, but after I got it home I noticed that the roots were growing out the drain holes.  I went online to look at repotting it, saw an article about the cyanobacteria on roots, and now can’t find it, but my ‘baby’ is literally infested. I have found through research that these are very toxic. Do they need to be removed, and if so, how?

Answer 1

Actually, cyanobacteria and cycad have a symbiotic relationship. You don't need to worry about them being there. It is actually healthy for the plant. Here is more info: https://www.uog.edu/_resources/files/news-and-announcements/2019-2020/press-releases/2020-Press_Release_-_Cycads_provide_nitrogen_to_soil.pdf