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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. 59995 members, 13095 posts

## Posts

- [Anyone know what these crusty bits are? They are like little black bits, and I’m sure they we’re on my string of hearts…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/40Hpnx-1SV-tWro6cZVMAQ.md) (by Tamara, 2024-06-12, 1 comment)
- [Also, might anyone know why my aloe vera has been acting funky like this? It seems to be flattening and not reaching…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/TfrhDdnTQ0essoetE1JMRg.md) (by David, 2024-06-12, 4 comments)
- [Hi! Does anyone have any good recommendations for fighting off fungus gnats? I’ve started using mosquito bits…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/4Vs40-TFTE6435BZKSAjqw.md) (by David, 2024-06-12, 6 comments)
- [My money plant’s leaves are turning brown and falling off. What’s could be wrong with it? I only water when soil is…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/Tvkz-WwrQjuBb53JJ2MeAw.md) (by Marissa, 2024-06-12, 1 comment)
- [Just picked up this Diffenbachia this weekend on a pick up truck. Am worried that it’s in shock because some leaves are…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/5v4ELz6TTpiafGsIy-vbgg.md) (by R, 2024-06-12, 2 comments)
- [Leaves of my corn are turning pale and brown... Plz advice what could be the reason and potential remedies thanks](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/bdYpLOo3RIuxldpg7i0KmA.md) (by Sukhjeet, 2024-06-12, 2 comments)
- [Any ideas as to what could be going on with her? Was doing exceptionally well until she’s been slowly turning color…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/s18L77_GQJmIfQtzd4MsqQ.md) (by Swamp Witch, 2024-06-12, 5 comments)
- [I am having some issues with my babies drying out fast- it feels like I’m watering twice a week when the app is telling…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/wvLY2M9_R2ado4XEPqOfdQ.md) (by Samantha, 2024-06-11, 3 comments)
- [Hey earthlings! I have a miniature moth orchid who can’t seem to grow a fourth leaf! Every time a knew leaf comes…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/ppOfmZPHSauMg17O3Fs6BQ.md) (by Toastoool, 2024-06-11, 9 comments)
- [Newbie! Is this a problem? The brown leaf? Leaves look great except for that brown one. Thanks!](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/kHo8MFzcQQWC9sfvW_CCHg.md) (by Astrid, 2024-06-11, 1 comment)
- [I got my cordyline fruticosa ‘Red Sister’ plant about two months ago and it has been dropping leaves like crazy ever…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/KMQvhy3GReqw2pgRFviU-A.md) (by Olivia Williamson, 2024-06-11, 11 comments)
- [Hey does anyone know if this is normal for this kind of plant thx!](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/aOeJ6UjpRwO0s4qr_stEXA.md) (by Jordan, 2024-06-11, 5 comments)
- [all my plants have been developing mold on the top layer of the soil? I have been removing the mold but it keeps coming…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/eAwHx9K2SUSpurcNdQfhBA.md) (by Qq.Begonia, 2024-06-11, 6 comments)
- [HELP! My lavender is starting to die and I have no idea why! And if there’s anyway to save it please comment😭😭😭 the…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/34Xjq9y6Sfa9yXC3wrba0w.md) (by Hazel, 2024-06-11, 2 comments)
- [Just a minor question about my bird of paradise that I just bought. This was the condition it was in at the store and I…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/9XMCUqfYQdOyShNC-g_QnA.md) (by dane20, 2024-06-11, 1 comment)
- [⚠️ need help identifying ⚠️ i got this plant on a clearance rack and repotted it before i wrote down what it was called…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/jPShxARIS6y5-8Q1TEpA0w.md) (by ✨ abbygale ✨, 2024-06-11, 2 comments)
- [Hi my plant is starting to curl and I’m wondering why she’s well watered. My first plant I bought off someone.](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/Mzhog4rtQGu-ywgMYf0ojQ.md) (by Queen, 2024-06-11, 2 comments)
- [Ok all update I don’t think they’ll make it. But where do I cut them to encourage new growth? Also don’t judge the gnat…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/rcAJQNpLRky0R6gNGeflzw.md) (by Kay, 2024-06-10, 0 comments)
- [Hi! This is my first dicks pink and the bottom leaves are getting dark and a little squishy unlike the top leaves. It’s…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/-daLOsDsSBOPFN11FuAq9w.md) (by Tallyn, 2024-06-10, 3 comments)
- [my parlor palm is starting to lean and seems to be a bit loose in the pot, and the roots have grown outside drainage…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/BI7uBewYQX6okmCDEr-iIQ.md) (by Lauren, 2024-06-10, 4 comments)

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