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Posted 1Y ago by @Faith385

Withering leaves??

Hello guys! I’m taking this opportunity as a new plant mom to introduce my plants, and ask for advice . I have a Rattlesnake Calathea named Regina (like Regina George from the move Mean girls cus she has an attitude) and a Vera Higgens I fittingly named Vera. I’ve had them for about a week now and Vera is doing great, but Regina, living up to her name is throwing a tantrum. Her leaves are getting dark in color and withering. I’ve been watering her the correct amount and I’ve been giving her a lot of indirect sunlight. I’m not sure what I’m doing wrong and any advice would be very very appreciated. In included pictures of her dramatic leaves for added info. #TropicalPlants
1ft to light, direct
3” pot with drainage
Last watered 1 year ago
Best Answer
@Faith385 i think that's the problem. You're transitioning them from a non-humid environment to a humid environment and suddenly the humidity disappears. It's the humidity swings that the plant is suffering from. Just get a humidifier, a small one is the best you can do.
How's the humidity? These plants should have ideally at least 40-50%, 60% if you can
@Araceae I live in Rexburg Idaho so it’s not great. But I turn the shower on and leave them in the bathroom with the steam at least once a day to try to make up for it.
@Araceae ohhh ok that actually helps me so much! Thank you!