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Curling Leaves in Calathea Makoyana
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The Calathea Makoyana, known as the Peacock Plant, displays extraordinary oval leaves with intricate patterns of dark green feathering on a lighter green background, resembling peacock plumage
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Calathea Makoyana care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to curling leaves in Calathea Makoyana. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Humidity
Requires very high humidity of 70–80%; use a humidifier, create a pebble tray, and mist regularly to maintain moisture
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Water
Keep soil evenly moist but never waterlogged; water when top inch feels dry; always use distilled or rainwater to prevent mineral damage
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Temperature
Prefers consistent warmth of 65–75°F (18–24°C); extremely sensitive to temperature fluctuations and cold drafts
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Symptoms to look for in Calathea Makoyana
- fiber_manual_recordLeaves rolling or curling inward
- fiber_manual_recordCupping of leaf surface
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Common causes in Calathea Makoyana
- fiber_manual_recordUnderwatering
- fiber_manual_recordHeat stress
- fiber_manual_recordSpider mite damage
- fiber_manual_recordViral disease
- fiber_manual_recordHerbicide drift
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How to diagnose curling leaves in Calathea Makoyana
Check soil moisture. Look for spider mite webbing on undersides of leaves.
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How to treat curling leaves in Calathea Makoyana
Water if dry. Treat for spider mites if present. Move to cooler location if heat-stressed.
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Preventing curling leaves in Calathea Makoyana
Consistent watering. Pest monitoring. Avoid herbicide drift.