Brown leopard-like spots on Thai Constellation?
My beautiful best friend found me a gorgeous constellation from a reputable nursery that I couldnβt pass up - $54!! She is gorgeous and in a 20cm pot, but as my friend was wiping down her leaves she noticed these leopard like brown spots on two of the leaves? Only two of them, the others donβt seem to have it - does anybody know what this is? Transport or heat related or something more, thanks in advance!! I am over the moon πΏβοΈπ«Ά #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #NewGrowth #PropagationStation #PlantTherapy #GrowLights #NewPlantMom #PetsAndPlants #MonsteraMonday #PlantCorner #PestControl #PlantShelfie #RarePlants #PlantLove #MonsteraMob #Monstera #ThaiConstellationMonstera #ThaiConstellation
8β pot with drainage
Last watered 2 weeks ago
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Take a look at roots. This could be a sign of something going on with the roots. Spray them with peroxide, make sure none are soft/mushy. Also, make sure its in a pot the right size. There sjould only be about 2" space around the pot of the root ball. It's better to have her snug and need to repot soon than drowning in soil. Also, add perlite and orchid bark and or coco coir to your soil.
Hi Hayley! Those brown spots on your Thai Constellation could be a few things:
* Pests: Check for tiny insects like mealybugs or scale. If you see any, isolate the plant and treat it with insecticidal soap or neem oil.
* Fungal or Bacterial Infection: Overwatering or poor air circulation can lead to fungal or bacterial infections. Reduce watering and ensure good air circulation around the plant.
* Environmental Stress: Changes in temperature, humidity, or light can cause stress and lead to leaf discoloration. Make sure your plant is in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
If the spots continue to spread or the plant shows other signs of distress, consider consulting a local plant expert for further diagnosis and treatment.
* Pests: Check for tiny insects like mealybugs or scale. If you see any, isolate the plant and treat it with insecticidal soap or neem oil.
* Fungal or Bacterial Infection: Overwatering or poor air circulation can lead to fungal or bacterial infections. Reduce watering and ensure good air circulation around the plant.
* Environmental Stress: Changes in temperature, humidity, or light can cause stress and lead to leaf discoloration. Make sure your plant is in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
If the spots continue to spread or the plant shows other signs of distress, consider consulting a local plant expert for further diagnosis and treatment.
I wouldnt take drastic action! If it came from a reputable nursery then you migt ask them their opinion? But personally i think its stress or humidity related. Id pull it from the pot just to check roots but if they look healthy then just watch it. And ifc quarantine it for a week or 2 until your sure its not a pest or disease
It could be caused from various things. It almost looks like itβs burned in those spots. Could be due to fertilizer burn or might be a rust of some sort. I would definitely keep an eye on it. Especially if it starts spreading.
If you start seeing yellow rings develop around those spots, then that would be an indication of a bacterial or fungal infection. Either way, I would treat with a fungicide such as neem oil. Dilute it! & be sure to keep it away from any harsh light as it can burn the leaves.
If you start seeing yellow rings develop around those spots, then that would be an indication of a bacterial or fungal infection. Either way, I would treat with a fungicide such as neem oil. Dilute it! & be sure to keep it away from any harsh light as it can burn the leaves.
@TheConservator thank you so much this answers a question I had about my ring of fire that had spots and I couldnβt figure it out for the life of me. I put it into the general population after a month of quarantine.
@HiItsMeMar sry didnβt hit replyπ