So I’ve had this Calthea for about 6 months now and has grown tremendously but now starting to droop randomly. At first I thought it was the weather change here in the UK. Some show signs of overwatering so now reducing to once a week, I have roots now coming through to the top soil and this is around the time they supposedly go dormant so not ideal for a repotting. My thing is it’s begging to look like the plant can no longer support the weight of the leaves it’s the drooping that bothers me the most but there is also simultaneously new growth. Very confusing so any advice would be appreciated!
by Dakidinblk
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My first thought was overwatering due to the yellowing leaf and the soil looks dense. Is the soil well draining? I mix perlite in for my calatheas for better draining soil.
Also I only water after checking with my finger if the first few inches of the soil are dry. Less sunlight = less photosynthesis = less need for water so schedule is not always good.
They prefer spring water lol….
My pink pinstripe was like that… had one leaf left, then I gave the little diva spring water and he’s got 2 new leaves 🤔
I know it sounds crazy, but have you undone the roots before? In my experience sometimes these plants have a plug attached or some crazy plant/baby grow around it. Otherwise I’d say maybe too much light 💡
It’s a Calathea.