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title: "What would cause my bird of paradise to have these black damage to…"
description: "What would cause my bird of paradise to have these black damage to its stem? I know my daughter’s puppy chewed it. Could that be why? Also, my gold dust croton…"
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# What would cause my bird of paradise to have these black damage to…

_Linda님이 2025-04-06에 게시함_

What would cause my bird of paradise to have these black damage to its stem? I know my daughter’s puppy chewed it. Could that be why?  
Also, my gold dust croton is loosing leaves at the bottom.

![2개 중 1번째 첨부 파일](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/KuOySTW80e-HMATPvasoO2rdELel6L8vTqCZEl4vRYU/6Q4WWgxTSkGyKgYmQ5mmyQ.webp?size=large)

![2개 중 2번째 첨부 파일](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/KuOySTW80e-HMATPvasoO2rdELel6L8vTqCZEl4vRYU/hPuQXSfHR4-NlXyzwIZ9xQ.webp?size=large)

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### Sunny님이 2025-04-06에 댓글을 남겼어요.

It could be rot or infection if the area was chewed an had not properly healed. I would separate the two plants. Treat infected roots by cutting away all rot. Rinse the roots to disinfect with hydrogen peroxide. Replace all of the soil.

Both plants are tropical and thrive in hot climates with high humidity. Ensure it gets at least 8 hours of full sun or a grow light. Add a humidifier, if needed.

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