warning
Curling Leaves in Calathea Medallion
verifiedReviewed by the GreenScout Team
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
potted_plant
Calathea Medallion care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to curling leaves in Calathea Medallion. Check each one as a potential cause.
humidity_percentage
Humidity
Demands high humidity of 60–80%; use a humidifier, mist daily, or place on humidity trays with pebbles and water
water_drop
Water
Maintain consistently moist soil without waterlogging; water when top inch feels dry; prefer distilled or filtered water
thermometer
Temperature
Ideal range is 65–75°F (18–24°C); highly sensitive to cold; keep above 60°F (15°C) at all times
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Calathea Medallion
- fiber_manual_recordLeaves rolling or curling inward
- fiber_manual_recordCupping of leaf surface
help
Common causes in Calathea Medallion
- fiber_manual_recordUnderwatering
- fiber_manual_recordHeat stress
- fiber_manual_recordSpider mite damage
- fiber_manual_recordViral disease
- fiber_manual_recordHerbicide drift
troubleshoot
How to diagnose curling leaves in Calathea Medallion
Check soil moisture. Look for spider mite webbing on undersides of leaves.
healing
How to treat curling leaves in Calathea Medallion
Water if dry. Treat for spider mites if present. Move to cooler location if heat-stressed.
shield
Preventing curling leaves in Calathea Medallion
Consistent watering. Pest monitoring. Avoid herbicide drift.