--- 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" image: "https://images.getplanta.com/v2/cloudinary/global_data/communities/pestsDiseasesAndProblems.jpg" --- [Community](https://getplanta.com/community.md) # 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. 59962 members, 13078 posts ## Posts - [I got this plant from someone and it had yellow leaves but since then it has gotten worse. ☹️ help! I have grow lights…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/5nnkfHPYpJCKGMXDoPgL5X.md) (by Ylouise, 2025-04-24, 2 comments) - [Is this normal or is my avocado dying if so pls give me tips.](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/xlVzHPZu8ArHWj8kSieLl7.md) (by Logan the planter, 2025-04-24, 3 comments) - [Hello, my philodendron 'Silver Sword' recently had some of the lower leaves begin to turn yellow. They used to all be…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/DMmkxtUzFtjH7a2PLLOMa0.md) (by Matty, 2025-04-23, 0 comments) - [Hi. I need help- Got this pretty Thai Constellation from a Lowe’s (or smth like that) and after a couple days it was…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/KVpawa28Nvx6SNyf8mLiMJ.md) (by Plant lover, 2025-04-23, 2 comments) - [Help! My once beautiful Yucca is now dropping because the stems are weak and the leaves are starting to brown and die.…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/QamfyarKMpg4SBFhYNrfGg.md) (by Joy, 2025-04-23, 1 comment) - [Hi! I posted here last night abt something different and then saw this on my Orchid. Does anyone know what this is or…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/cCSU7fbyzS85wCglBPmwxC.md) (by Brielle, 2025-04-23, 0 comments) - [Hi everyone! my little cactus seems to be slouchy and turning a little brown :/ any tips? it is in a terracotta pot…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/M6KeZUwNyEpe9FxT42dlMV.md) (by plant girl 1231, 2025-04-23, 1 comment) - [Hi!! I just got this lemon button fern 2 months ago, and it was in great condition when I got it, but starting to…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/MPGjteZluV67pCbs37EuIM.md) (by helen, 2025-04-23, 10 comments) - [Hi! I make my own pest spray, it’s neem oil, peppermint Castile soap, hydrogen peroxide \& water. When using on my…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/gTjdp0uFmVF5Ngw9BAeMMa.md) (by Nicole Campos, 2025-04-23, 5 comments) - [Gnats. I have had a perpetual flow of gnats. Mosquito pellet water, diatomaceous earth, and sticky traps are in use but…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/dvR6xcHGZROsiscFwDYOB1.md) (by Parrden, 2025-04-23, 10 comments) - [Hey guys, where should i trim her? I got her two weeks ago. Im pretty sure theres new growth and ik shes getting enough…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/0tlQdaR56DXJbK0BAVur8k.md) (by Brielle, 2025-04-23, 3 comments) - [My neon pothos has been suffering from brown spots for about 6 months now, and just today I saw a small, dark bug on it…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/OgDKJd3lxZPfg9mj5yxdl6.md) (by Molly 🪴, 2025-04-22, 6 comments) - [Anyone know what’s going on with this plant?](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/JS6AFeJEvrr2S4WKynLskz.md) (by Amira, 2025-04-22, 3 comments) - [Hi! I just bought this aloe from Aldi for $5 because I’m a firm believer in plants choosing me 🤣 however, he is…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/PnEEnjez53xiscfgvDGvBD.md) (by MiKayla, 2025-04-22, 4 comments) - [Hi there, my bird of paradise is getting a little crispy around the edges. It isn’t by the air conditioner but my…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/4zLbyfhOvkRYrQEDwqAHFA.md) (by Julian, 2025-04-22, 2 comments) - [Hi everyone! Any ideas what’s up with my pothos? This leaf has turned yellow and I’m not sure why. I’ve had this plant…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/mVznLNRKlJVYX10cUaGO3i.md) (by Jen, 2025-04-22, 2 comments) - [Hey, all. Planta says this is possibly rust fungus but idk if I agree. It’s a new plant and was brought to me this way.…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/GGowmgodvrDyfY7Zghd37x.md) (by Amy, 2025-04-22, 0 comments) - [This may just be me over reacting but one of the leaf things on my echeveria is turning yellowish. Is this a sign of…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/2JUQWRTTNEcDuggdz0LVPV.md) (by Melikeplants, 2025-04-22, 2 comments) - [Hi! Can someone help me determine what’s wrong with my spider plant? Its leaves continue to bend even after a…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/2ax6udC31DdUUWy1fmZ967.md) (by Lauren, 2025-04-22, 5 comments) - [I have just gotten my first money tree! I keep it in a bright room (6ft away from the window) and I got it a grow…](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/OnLKeP1O9HRbDEoNcbZtKz.md) (by Sam, 2025-04-22, 3 comments) [Older posts](https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ.md?cursor=mHm24wqyOBhQb3N0cy5HZXRBbGxJbkNvbW11bml0eQAK6ER4XvjjGA) --- _Source: the Planta community (https://getplanta.com). Reading is open to everyone. To post, comment and like, get the Planta app: https://getplanta.com/download_