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Caladium care requirements
water
Keep soil consistently moist (not soggy) during growing season. Water when top inch feels dry. Reduce watering as foliage dies back. Stop watering during dormancy and store tubers dry.
soil
Rich, well-draining potting mix. Mix peat moss, compost, and perlite. Caladiums appreciate soil with high organic matter.
light
Bright, indirect light with 6–8 hours daily. Variegated varieties tolerate shade better than solid-colored ones. Avoid hot direct sun which can fade colors.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Caladium
- fiber_manual_recordBrown, mushy roots
- fiber_manual_recordWilting despite moist soil
- fiber_manual_recordYellowing leaves
- fiber_manual_recordFoul odour
help
Common causes in Caladium
Caused by Pythium, Phytophthora, or Fusarium species in waterlogged conditions.
healing
How to treat root rot in Caladium
Remove plant, trim rotted roots, treat with hydrogen peroxide, repot in fresh well-draining soil.
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Preventing root rot in Caladium
Never overwater. Ensure drainage. Avoid compacted soil.