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Calathea care requirements
water
Every 1–2 weeks with filtered water.
soil
Well-draining, moisture-retentive mix.
light
Low to medium indirect light. No direct sun.
symptoms
Symptoms to look for in Calathea
- fiber_manual_recordCircular brown or black spots
- fiber_manual_recordYellow halos around spots
- fiber_manual_recordPremature defoliation
help
Common causes in Calathea
Multiple fungal and bacterial pathogens. Favoured by wet foliage and warm temperatures.
healing
How to treat leaf spot in Calathea
Remove affected leaves. Apply appropriate fungicide or bactericide.
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Preventing leaf spot in Calathea
Water at soil level. Improve air circulation. Practise crop rotation.