African Violets are most susceptible to Crown Rot when allowed to sit in soil that is heavy and soggy. In almost all cases, Crown Rot is fatal. The best control for Crown Rot is, therefore, prevention. Distinguishing Symptoms Crown is mushy . It may appear translucent brown with a soft, jelly-like consistency.
Crown darkens .
It appears brown or black in color. These symptoms indicate that the crown is rotting. If your African Violet has these symptoms, it probably has Crown Rot. Other Symptoms Crown has a weblike substance on it . Leaves have a weblike substance on them .