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title: "I repotted my arrowhead plant because she had mealy bugs from the…"
description: "I repotted my arrowhead plant because she had mealy bugs from the store I bought it from. Now she’s all droopy, IDK WHAT TO DO"
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community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "Ray"
published: "2024-07-25T20:34:26.13551Z"
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# I repotted my arrowhead plant because she had mealy bugs from the…

_Posted by Ray on 2024-07-25_

I repotted my arrowhead plant because she had mealy bugs from the store I bought it from. Now she’s all droopy, IDK WHAT TO DO

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## 7 comments

### Heather commented on 2024-07-25

It could be plant shock or even dehydration. If you didn’t water it well before repotting you might set the pot in water now and leave it 5 or 10 minutes to make sure it gets good moisture. Keep it out of drafts and in a sunny room but out of direct sunlight. Good luck and keep us posted.

#### Ray replied on 2024-07-25

Thank you!

### Sinthea commented on 2024-07-26

I’m gonna say it’s a transplant shock and will perk up soon

#### Ray replied on 2024-07-26

Yes  
You’re 100% right she’s already started perking up, SO DRAMATIC. But I still love her, thanks for all the help!

### Kades commented on 2024-07-26

Syngoniums are so dramatic 😂 glad to hear it’s perking back up for you!

### Appie commented on 2024-07-26

If it seems to be doing badly take a cutting and place it in pure water and they will root fast!

#### Ray replied on 2024-07-26

Ooo, idk if you can see them well enough. But I’m the back of the picture I do have some props of the arrowhead plant. Thank you, suggestions are ALWAYS welcome

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