Leaves have brown spots
14” pot with drainage
Last watered 5 days ago
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@PluckyBogmyrtle A White Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia nicolai) develops brown spots due to watering mistakes, fungal or bacterial infections, pests, or harsh environmental conditions like low humidity or chemical burn. Watering Issues Overwatering: Wet soil suffocates roots, leading to root rot that manifests as dark spots or yellowing halos around brown patches. Underwatering: Dryness makes leaf edges crispy, tips brown, and causes general spotty curling. Tap Water Salts: Minerals and chlorine in tap water build up in the soil and burn the foliage. Pests and DiseasesFungal/Bacterial Leaf Spot: Pathogens like Cercospora create small, expanding dark spots.Pests: Sap-sucking insects like scale, spider mites, or mealybugs pierce leaves and leave tiny brown or yellow marks. Environment Sunburn: Intense, direct harsh light scorches the leaves, leaving dry brown patches. Low Humidity: Dry air causes crisping, especially on indoor plants.Fertilizer Burn: Excess plant food causes salt buildup and chemical scorching.
