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Yellow Leaves 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 yellow leaves in Calathea Medallion. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Light
Bright, indirect light; tolerates moderate light but avoid direct sun which can bleach leaf patterns and cause damage
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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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Fertiliser
Fertilize monthly with diluted liquid fertilizer during active growing season (spring and summer); reduce feeding in dormant months
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Symptoms to look for in Calathea Medallion
- fiber_manual_recordPale green turning yellow
- fiber_manual_recordYellowing starting from lower leaves
- fiber_manual_recordInterveinal yellowing
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Common causes in Calathea Medallion
- fiber_manual_recordOverwatering
- fiber_manual_recordUnderwatering
- fiber_manual_recordNutrient deficiency
- fiber_manual_recordLow light
- fiber_manual_recordRoot rot
- fiber_manual_recordPests
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How to diagnose yellow leaves in Calathea Medallion
Check soil moisture first. Wet soil + yellow lower leaves = overwatering. Dry soil = underwatering. Yellowing between veins = nutrient deficiency.
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How to treat yellow leaves in Calathea Medallion
Adjust watering schedule. Feed with balanced fertiliser. Check for pests.
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Preventing yellow leaves in Calathea Medallion
Water only when top 2 inches of soil are dry. Feed during growing season. Provide adequate light.