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title: "New here, anyone know why my plant is turning yellow?? Just looking…"
description: "New here, anyone know why my plant is turning yellow?? Just looking for some kind guidance. Thank you!"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/MHDCEEvjSYaZAT8jdVgR2w/j6_VzHSIS-aVpZqO_hz3Yw"
community: "Prayer Plant Allies"
author: "Kimberly"
published: "2024-02-04T17:32:47.246319Z"
language: "en"
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# New here, anyone know why my plant is turning yellow?? Just looking…

_Posted by Kimberly on 2024-02-04_

New here, anyone know why my plant is turning yellow?? Just looking for some kind guidance. Thank you!

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## 4 comments

### Whimsy commented on 2024-02-04

Aloha plant life on YouTube covers a lot of calathea care!! I recommend watching a few videos, they definitely helped me anyways

#### Kimberly replied on 2024-02-04

Thank you! This is super helpful already!

### Lindsey commented on 2024-02-04

This is actually a Maranta (look up Maranta leuconeura “Erythroneura”), which are slightly different species than Calatheas. They can be high maintenance and def let you know when they’re not happy. Im positive mine has ten personalities. 🫠 I’ve found mine likes a shallow pot, medium filtered light, humid room, filtered water, moist soil (but never soggy… it’s a dance), very diluted fertilizer seasonally, and no harsh chemicals of any type. A few thoughts for yours - it looks like it could be overwatered? Be sure it’s not soggy. Or, there could be a salt build up- flush the soil in the shower or sink. 🙏🏼🌿

#### Kimberly replied on 2024-02-04

That helps so much! Thank you for you response!

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