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Symptom, likely causes and a cautious next step

Houseplant problems

This library moves from a visible symptom to the questions that narrow down its cause. It does not assume that one mark always means the same disease.

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Problem Thrips on houseplants Silver streaks, black specks and distorted new leaves can point to thrips. Learn what to inspect and how to follow up. Read the guide → Problem Whiteflies on houseplants Tiny white insects flying from leaf undersides and sticky honeydew can signal whiteflies. Learn how to confirm the pest. Read the guide → Problem Why are my plant's leaves sticky? Sticky leaves can come from pest honeydew, guttation or surface residue. Learn what to inspect before choosing a treatment. Read the guide → Problem Silver spots on plant leaves Silver streaks can come from thrips, spider mites or scuffing. Compare the damage pattern and inspect the leaf underside. Read the guide → Problem Holes in houseplant leaves Leaf holes can come from pests, damage while a leaf opened or simple scuffing. Inspect the edges and rate of change. Read the guide → Problem Pale new leaves and chlorosis Pale new leaves may be normal at first or point to nutrition, root health or potting-mix pH. Learn what to compare. Read the guide → Problem Sunburn on plant leaves Bleached or crisp patches after a change of position may be sunburn. Check exposure, timing and which side of the plant is affected. Read the guide → Problem Leggy growth on houseplants Long gaps between leaves, smaller foliage and leaning toward a window usually point to low or uneven light. Read the guide → Problem Is my houseplant rootbound? Roots at the drainage hole do not always mean urgent repotting. Check the root ball, drying rate and plant stability first. Read the guide → Problem Potting mix stays wet too long If potting mix stays wet for many days, review light, drainage, container size and the structure of the mix. Read the guide → Problem Black spots on plant leaves Black leaf spots can follow cold, rot, infection or old tissue death. Texture, location and speed matter more than color alone. Read the guide → Comparison Overwatering vs underwatering a plant Wilting occurs with drought and waterlogging. Compare moisture, pot weight, roots and the timeline before acting. Read the guide →
Important

If symptoms progress quickly, affect several plants or involve an edible plant after a product was used, seek specialist guidance.

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Related guides and features

Library Plant problems Yellow leaves, brown spots and root problems: learn what to inspect first and how to avoid making the situation worse. Read the guide → Library Plant care guides Watering, repotting, quarantine and propagation guides for popular plants, with practical checks rather than fixed dates. Read the guide → Feature Plant problem checker Florli helps you organize symptoms, consider possible causes and choose a cautious next step without presenting an uncertain result as a definite diagnosis. Read the guide →

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Prepared by Florli. This is general guidance. Sources are listed with each guide, and every decision should reflect the species, location, weather and the plant’s current condition.