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Brown Spots in African Violet
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A compact, flowering houseplant with fuzzy leaves and delicate blue, purple, pink, or white blooms produced nearly year-round with proper care
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African Violet care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to brown spots in African Violet. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Light
Bright, indirect light from east or west-facing windows; 10–14 hours of light daily (use grow lights if needed). Direct sun can fade flowers
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Water
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; water from below or at soil level to avoid wetting fuzzy foliage. Use room-temperature water
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Humidity
Prefers moderate to high humidity (50–70%); avoid misting leaves. Use pebble trays or group plants together
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Symptoms to look for in African Violet
- fiber_manual_recordBrown patches on leaves
- fiber_manual_recordCrispy brown areas
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Common causes in African Violet
- fiber_manual_recordFungal leaf spot
- fiber_manual_recordSunburn
- fiber_manual_recordBacterial blight
- fiber_manual_recordCold damage
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How to diagnose brown spots in African Violet
Sunburn: bleached patches facing light source. Fungal: brown spots with rings. Bacterial: water-soaked spots turning brown.
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How to treat brown spots in African Violet
Remove affected leaves. Treat with appropriate fungicide or bactericide. Adjust light exposure.
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Preventing brown spots in African Violet
Avoid direct midday sun. Improve air circulation. Water at soil level.