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title: "I got this new philodendron burgandy today and was wondering if this…"
description: "I got this new philodendron burgandy today and was wondering if this was rust. If so how can I take care of it?"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/6WjlL_2rTSS00GnYx8UA_g/KkxS8qIVHGeEmdErC4HBr4"
community: "Philodendron Parents"
author: "Lilian"
published: "2025-01-01T01:10:00.101055Z"
language: "en"
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# I got this new philodendron burgandy today and was wondering if this…

_Posted by Lilian on 2025-01-01_

I got this new philodendron burgandy today and was wondering if this was rust. If so how can I take care of it?

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## 10 comments

### Sunny commented on 2025-01-01

Fungal rust is harsh and spreads fast. It’s dusty and wipes off. This doesn’t look like rust in the picture. But, check the back of the leaves. This looks like edema.

#### Renee's babies replied on 2025-01-01

So is edema something to be worried about, it's it treatable or just past of the plant now. I noticed this on my ring of fire 🫣

#### Lilian replied on 2025-01-02

What can I do to treat it?

### Phil commented on 2025-01-02

Edema happens from overwatering.

#### Lilian replied on 2025-01-02

Ohhh okay :) thanks

#### Lilian replied on 2025-01-02

Do you think it’s edema?

#### Phil replied on 2025-01-02

I’m really not sure. But I’m sure you would have some idea if you are overwatering.

#### Lilian replied on 2025-01-02

I bought the plant like 2 days ago 😭 so I don’t know but about her yet

### Sunny commented on 2025-01-02

Edema can come from overwatering or from the roots sending too much water to the plant. The cells swell from fluid build up and burst leaving the pock marks. The fix is to regulate watering. Verify the soil is dry before watering again. Don’t water to a strict schedule without verifying the soil is dry. Check the internet for more details on edema/oedema.

#### Buffy replied on 2025-01-22

Thank you

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