Assistance please 🥺
He's looking kinda holey, does is it dead or dying? :(
Is there something I can do? The roots look completely fine 🥲 #plantsmakepeoplehappy #happyplants #plantaddict #succulentlove #
Is there something I can do? The roots look completely fine 🥲 #plantsmakepeoplehappy #happyplants #plantaddict #succulentlove #
2ft to light, indirect
2” pot with drainage
Last watered 1 year ago
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@TheSadBean wow this looks weird. Has it been like this for a while now?? I do hope nothing got inside. Can you see inside of the big hole?
Hey there! Noticing holes and wilting on your baseball plant (Euphorbia obesa)? That can be a bit worrying, but let's troubleshoot together and see what’s going on.
1. Pesky Pests: Sometimes, little critters like mealybugs, spider mites, or scale insects sneak in. Take a close look—do you see any tiny bugs, cotton-like fluff, or sticky stuff? If yes, gently wipe them off and try a bit of insecticidal soap or neem oil.
2. Too Much Love (aka Overwatering): These plants are tough cookies and don’t like soggy feet. If the soil feels damp all the time, it might be causing root rot, which leads to wilting. Let the soil dry out completely between waterings and make sure the pot drains well.
3. Thirsty Plant: On the flip side, if the soil is bone dry and your plant looks wrinkly, it might be super thirsty. A good soak should help—water until it comes out of the drainage holes, then let it dry out again before the next drink.
4. Sneaky Fungal or Bacterial Issues: Brown spots with holes? Wilting despite good watering habits? It could be a fungal or bacterial infection. Carefully snip off the damaged bits with clean scissors and consider using a mild fungicide. Good air circulation helps, too.
5. Oops! Physical Damage: Sometimes accidents happen—maybe a curious pet, a bumped pot, or even a falling object caused the holes. No big deal, just make sure it’s in a safe spot moving forward.
6. Sunburn: Yep, plants can get sunburned too! If your baseball plant was suddenly moved into harsh, direct sunlight, that can cause patchy, hole-like damage. Try moving it to a spot with bright, indirect light or give it some afternoon shade.
Quick Care Tips:
Loves bright, indirect light.
Prefers well-draining soil.
Water sparingly—think of it like a cactus.
Keep it cozy, away from drafts and extreme temps.
Give these tips a shot, and hopefully, your baseball plant will bounce back soon! You’ve got this! 🌱 #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #NewGrowth #SucculentSquad #SucculentLove
1. Pesky Pests: Sometimes, little critters like mealybugs, spider mites, or scale insects sneak in. Take a close look—do you see any tiny bugs, cotton-like fluff, or sticky stuff? If yes, gently wipe them off and try a bit of insecticidal soap or neem oil.
2. Too Much Love (aka Overwatering): These plants are tough cookies and don’t like soggy feet. If the soil feels damp all the time, it might be causing root rot, which leads to wilting. Let the soil dry out completely between waterings and make sure the pot drains well.
3. Thirsty Plant: On the flip side, if the soil is bone dry and your plant looks wrinkly, it might be super thirsty. A good soak should help—water until it comes out of the drainage holes, then let it dry out again before the next drink.
4. Sneaky Fungal or Bacterial Issues: Brown spots with holes? Wilting despite good watering habits? It could be a fungal or bacterial infection. Carefully snip off the damaged bits with clean scissors and consider using a mild fungicide. Good air circulation helps, too.
5. Oops! Physical Damage: Sometimes accidents happen—maybe a curious pet, a bumped pot, or even a falling object caused the holes. No big deal, just make sure it’s in a safe spot moving forward.
6. Sunburn: Yep, plants can get sunburned too! If your baseball plant was suddenly moved into harsh, direct sunlight, that can cause patchy, hole-like damage. Try moving it to a spot with bright, indirect light or give it some afternoon shade.
Quick Care Tips:
Loves bright, indirect light.
Prefers well-draining soil.
Water sparingly—think of it like a cactus.
Keep it cozy, away from drafts and extreme temps.
Give these tips a shot, and hopefully, your baseball plant will bounce back soon! You’ve got this! 🌱 #HappyPlants #PlantsMakePeopleHappy #PlantAddict #NewGrowth #SucculentSquad #SucculentLove
Might be fungal? Send right I think?