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Check these first
- Inspect the leaves for fuzzy growth or dark, sunken lesions.
- Check the soil moisture level by sticking your finger two inches deep.
- Ensure the plant is in a location with at least six hours of direct sun.
Likely causes
Fungal leaf spot
Most likelyHow to tell: You will see dark, irregular lesions or spots appearing on the foliage. This often happens after long periods of rain or high humidity.
What to do: Remove the affected leaves with clean shears to stop the spread. Move the plant to a spot with better air circulation and ensure it gets full, direct sun.
Overwatering
PossibleHow to tell: The soil stays damp for too long, leading to soft, mushy spots on the lower leaves. The plant may look generally unhappy and limp.
What to do: Stop watering immediately and let the soil dry out completely. Ensure your pot has drainage holes and use a gritty, well draining soil mix.
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When to worry
If the spots are spreading rapidly across the entire plant, it is time to take action. A few isolated spots on older leaves are usually nothing to worry about.
Stopping it coming back
Keep the foliage dry when watering and ensure your plant has plenty of space for air to move around it.
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Questions people ask
- Can I treat the spots with a fungicide?
- You can use a copper based fungicide if the infection is severe, but improving air circulation is more effective.
- Will the spots go away?
- No, the damaged tissue will not heal. It is best to prune off the worst leaves to keep the plant looking tidy.
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