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Brown Tips in Calathea Medallion
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The Calathea Medallion is a stunning foliage plant featuring round leaves with intricate patterns of deep green, light green, and cream-colored concentric rings that resemble a medallion or target
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Calathea Medallion care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to brown tips in Calathea Medallion. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Humidity
Demands high humidity of 60–80%; use a humidifier, mist daily, or place on humidity trays with pebbles and water
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Water
Maintain consistently moist soil without waterlogging; water when top inch feels dry; prefer distilled or filtered water
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Temperature
Ideal range is 65–75°F (18–24°C); highly sensitive to cold; keep above 60°F (15°C) at all times
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Symptoms to look for in Calathea Medallion
- fiber_manual_recordBrown crispy leaf tips
- fiber_manual_recordBrowning progressing inward
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Common causes in Calathea Medallion
- fiber_manual_recordLow humidity
- fiber_manual_recordUnderwatering
- fiber_manual_recordFluoride or salt build-up
- fiber_manual_recordFertiliser burn
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How to diagnose brown tips in Calathea Medallion
Check humidity and watering frequency. If soil is dry, underwatering is likely. If soil is moist, check humidity levels.
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How to treat brown tips in Calathea Medallion
Increase humidity with a humidifier or pebble tray. Water more consistently. Flush soil if salt build-up is suspected.
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Preventing brown tips in Calathea Medallion
Maintain 50%+ humidity. Water with filtered or distilled water. Avoid over-fertilising.