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title: "Pests, diseases and problems"
description: "Discuss and troubleshoot plant issues"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ"
language: "en"
modified: "2023-05-15T13:58:31.579Z"
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# Pests, diseases and problems

Share your own experiences with plant pests and diseases, and gain valuable insights from others on how to prevent and treat these common problems.

Misc. 60003 members, 13099 posts

## Posts

- [Guys! 😩 I just can’t figure out how to keep a white fusion Calathea alive. This plant has only had distilled or…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/4MyY7Yh5SkGDmBFgD79LHw.md) (by Melanie, 2024-03-01, 12 comments)
- [this has been happening to my girl since she came in the mail to me about 7 months ago…i’ve chopped 4 sets of leaves…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/N-mHQd3xTIClppjusWnwqQ.md) (by Cat, 2024-03-01, 3 comments)
- [Wondering what’s going on with this Zz plant? It was moved from a pot without drainage to one with drainage a few weeks…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/dKiOzubASgat0z0cajHRnQ.md) (by Amanda P, 2024-03-01, 7 comments)
- [I discovered an abandoned plant tucked away in a corner at my workplace! Can it be saved, or is it too late? Any…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/dPoOFe-FSJm8CQvihLoUqg.md) (by Ximena, 2024-03-01, 1 comment)
- [This is my foster dracena, I think 😭 he needs some loving. Should I propagate (where I’m pointing in the 3rd photo)…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/0svVpF6YS-6L-1NlGf8J4w.md) (by T’Lasia, 2024-03-01, 3 comments)
- [Just got this majesty palm from Walmart 😭 the leaves are turning yellow with brown spots. I have it in the living room…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/2thTFvfDRPyWITzBl8YTkg.md) (by T’Lasia, 2024-03-01, 6 comments)
- [Ok plant parent professionals! I’m in prevention mode after my battle with pests last fall. This is a new-ish baby for…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/POBrhnIaScyI4UMb7D1LdA.md) (by Amie206, 2024-03-01, 3 comments)
- [Any ideas on the rust-like browning on the leaves of my ZZ plant? I always wait until he’s completely dry before…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/ji_zryp1S6qzRgMwa4ZQEw.md) (by Jess, 2024-03-01, 9 comments)
- [SOS!! Is this normal for babies ; I’m new to this😭](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/fgiURRbdQxyJfWTB03PAeg.md) (by Caffeinated\_Ivy, 2024-03-01, 5 comments)
- [Aloe plant has been developing these black spots over past couple weeks. Was previously healthy. Not sure what they’re…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/__Hthb-uQ1WQbLtyK5Bbcg.md) (by Liv, 2024-03-01, 4 comments)
- [My monstera is really upset with me. Its roots had grown out of the drainage holes a lot, so I decided it was time to…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/WfLPIzHmQQyFw5RIxmK95w.md) (by Gracie, 2024-03-01, 5 comments)
- [My Flaming Katy seems to be suffering at the roots. I’ve been finding these tiny flies in the soil and now branches are…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/l6ozvw-4RRKQRq45_GlyOg.md) (by Lexi, 2024-03-01, 8 comments)
- [I accidentally knocked a big leaf off of one of my plants. Can it survive? (Pics are before and after)](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/f-nenfpoSP2HREUj1C5Ngw.md) (by PlantOne, 2024-03-01, 5 comments)
- [I just got myself some beneficial nematodes to kill my long-time unwanted guests: the thrips. I was excited that I…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/GXpXIA_AS-umMofJq9JOTA.md) (by Mullein, 2024-03-01, 1 comment)
- [I need help with my maidenhair fern 🙃 I cannot sustain her happiness and I’m not sure what I’m doing wrong. I know I…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/Vxyf-cK_RsKCTLli6bG4VQ.md) (by Erin, 2024-03-01, 2 comments)
- [Does anyone know if this is from under watering or too much sun? Shes currently 5-6 inches away from the window and her…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/MMTyWUOCTLSGEWpHu3aCAw.md) (by Abby, 2024-03-01, 5 comments)
- [What are song good houseplants that arent toxic to animals. I have a little kitten and he loves getting into places he…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/hF5JbRvnQ--uIhuPsgouPg.md) (by Peyton, 2024-02-29, 7 comments)
- [I noticed some leaves on my fern turning pale and browning, and I’m wondering what’s wrong with it. I’m worried it’s…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/75BNummvRGuAiPay6q9ERA.md) (by Charlie, 2024-02-29, 3 comments)
- [Can someone please tell me the make of this plant pls ?? Also why the leaves are curling ??](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/-gMbS9RRSC-aR4KaNFmfVw.md) (by No idea of the plant, 2024-02-29, 6 comments)
- [Hi All! I’m a newbie and just got this plant from the clearance rack in Lowe’s. It says it’s a Painted Lady…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/tRH5loCWSY6Fa7pmUailoQ.md) (by Mille’s plants, 2024-02-29, 2 comments)

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