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title: "Any idea what these flat, black spots are on my pilea?"
description: "Any idea what these flat, black spots are on my pilea?"
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community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "Lo"
published: "2025-11-02T18:11:54.203839Z"
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# Any idea what these flat, black spots are on my pilea?

_Posted by Lo on 2025-11-02_

Any idea what these flat, black spots are on my pilea?

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## 2 comments

### Nan commented on 2025-11-02

This is a leaf spot issue on your Pilea is caused by overwatering and low airflow. The black specks are fungal spores, not bugs. The affected leaves won’t recover.

#### Lo replied on 2025-11-02

Thank you!

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