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title: "what are these white spots/dry patches on my tradescantia? Should I…"
description: "what are these white spots/dry patches on my tradescantia? Should I be concerned? How should I treat it ?"
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community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "Ch3rry!!"
published: "2025-10-20T20:17:02.431023Z"
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# what are these white spots/dry patches on my tradescantia? Should I…

_Posted by Ch3rry!! on 2025-10-20_

what are these white spots/dry patches on my tradescantia? Should I be concerned? How should I treat it ?

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## 4 comments

### Kelly commented on 2025-10-21

My leaves on mine look the same. Im having such a hard time with it ever since the season has changed and its not getting the same light anymore. It was so happy before. Hope we can get some insight.

#### Nan replied on 2025-10-21

Could look into getting a humidifier, in the winter time I like to add a plant light with a set timer. And depending on the location some of them have plant heaters for under the pots to keep them warm.  
Hard to balance providing proper lighting but also keeping them warm especially in a Canadian climate 😂  
This looks like it could be a humidity issue or a watering issue. Maybe not enough humidity and or too much water.

#### Ch3rry!! replied on 2025-10-21

Thank you! I found this very helpful :)!

### Kelly commented on 2025-10-21

Its possible I am crazy with watering! I cant seem to help myself! Thank you!

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