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title: "I am newer to the plant world and hoping for some help. I…"
description: "I am newer to the plant world and hoping for some help. I transplanted my new Caladium and it is struggling! We are on day 9 of super droopy leaves that…"
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author: "Suzi"
published: "2026-05-20T19:34:09.337647Z"
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# I am newer to the plant world and hoping for some help. I…

_Posted by Suzi on 2026-05-20_

I am newer to the plant world and hoping for some help. I transplanted my new Caladium and it is struggling! We are on day 9 of super droopy leaves that looking wilty and edges dry. I’ve been running a mini humidifier, making sure the soil is moist but not soaked and it’s getting indirect light. Ideas on how to bring her back to life?

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## 4 comments

### Mai commented on 2026-05-21

I’m having the same problem! It went from a lot of leaves to losing 2/3 everyday

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#### Suzi replied on 2026-05-21

It’s a struggle because they are so beautiful! The more I read about “common issues” the more I see that they are the pickiest plant in the world 🙁

### Snail Diva commented on 2026-05-21

What do you mean by indirect light? (Distance, source etc)  
Personally I had those full sun in the morning and directly under grow lights.  
Additionally, while it should be kept in humide soil, is should be watered when top 1-2 is dry and it should be in a well draining mix because otherwise it can cause the bulbs to rot ☺️

#### Suzi replied on 2026-05-24

I moved it into our bathroom and now it’s sprouting more leaves! Apparently she just wanted a little more humidity 😅

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