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Pale Leaves in Corn Plant
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The Corn Plant is a popular tropical houseplant with long, arching green leaves that have yellow or cream-colored stripes, resembling corn husks
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Corn Plant care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to pale leaves in Corn Plant. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Light
Bright, indirect light is optimal. Tolerates low light but growth slows significantly. Avoid direct sun, which can scorch leaves.
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Fertiliser
Feed monthly during spring and summer with a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer. Reduce feeding in fall and winter.
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Water
Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil are dry. Reduce watering in winter. Use distilled or filtered water if possible, as the plant is sensitive to fluoride and chlorine.
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Symptoms to look for in Corn Plant
- fiber_manual_recordWashed-out, pale colour
- fiber_manual_recordYellowing between veins
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Common causes in Corn Plant
- fiber_manual_recordIron deficiency
- fiber_manual_recordMagnesium deficiency
- fiber_manual_recordToo much direct sun
- fiber_manual_recordAlkaline soil
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How to diagnose pale leaves in Corn Plant
Interveinal yellowing on new growth = iron deficiency. On old growth = magnesium deficiency.
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How to treat pale leaves in Corn Plant
Apply chelated iron or Epsom salt as appropriate. Adjust soil pH.
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Preventing pale leaves in Corn Plant
Use ericaceous compost for acid-loving plants. Feed with micronutrient fertiliser.