My calathea was thriving not long ago, shooting out tons of new leaves and looked so happy, then without changing anything or moving her, she started drooping, I noticed a few little roots starting to poke out the bottom so I repotted her thinking maybe this was the problem, but now the stems are shrivelling and one of her small leaves turned yellow yet some are curling and a few random crispy brown bits appearing on the edges of her leaves.. I don’t get it, does anyone know what might be the issue as she has both symptoms for over and under watering so it’s confusing! No bugs, no mould present. (Please note, I don’t usually have her in the sun but have just put her there in hope for a little lift for 10 mins)
by itsnot_me_oryou
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Please can anyone help? Do you think it’s under watering now she has so many new leaves to feed?
When my leaves droops without curling inwards, it’s usually pests under the leaves.
Just check to make sure.
Can’t tell from the new pot, looks like it’s a little higher in the middle than around that pot might be a little too shallow. Definitely keep the soil on the moist side. That pot might be a little too big for it though they don’t mind being a little crowded in their pots.
Make sure your humidity is on the higher end. These are very sensitive to dry air or vents.
How’s your water? Tapwater that is hard can cause salt to build up on the leaves which can cause crispy edges as well. I use treated tapwater for my calatheas.
Look for any pests under leaves make it a habit of running lukewarm water under the leaves of the plant in the shower to blast off any spider mites because they love Calathea.