Black Spots on Stem + Dying Leaves
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Black spots on ZZ plant stems
Comments (6)I think that's actually normal for Zamioculcas zamiifolia grown in bright light. Unless the stalks are squishy / smelly / collapsing, I wouldn't worry about it. The "leaves" around the base may or may not be normal for Zamioculcas -- it could be that leaves of another plant that was being grown in the same spot fell off and landed in your plant's pot, or it could be that you're seeing a normal part of the plant. Sometimes, but not always, the new leaves come out with a sort of sheath on them, similar to what Philodendrons do, which dries up eventually, and sometimes they come out naked from the beginning. I don't know how the plant decides to do this sometimes but not others, but I don't think it's anything to worry about, either....See MoreHelp with Tree black spots and dying leaves
Comments (2)If this three is what I think it is, and those spots are what I think they are, the prognosis isn't really good. Google bradford pear and fireblight....See Morewhite spots on tomato leaves and stem
Comments (7)I had a soil test done and the nutrient levels are very low, as is the PH. This is my first garden, so now I know I need to lime and fertilize. According to the link you provided, that seems like the most likely cause of the YSD. Its the end of the growing season, so I'll be disposing of the plants for the Powdery Mildew. Thanks!...See MoreTiny brown spots on ficus audrey leaves and sores (?) on leaf stem?
Comments (1)It sort of looks like you may have spider mites. They are tiny nearly invisible to eyes. A hand lens will be useful if you have one. Spider mites tend to thrive in warm, dry indoor conditions a lot and especially under mature leaves. The brown spots that you see on top of leaves could be a result of damage but it does not look that bad. I usually spray the leaves, especially the undersides, once in a while and that keeps them at bay. You can use a diluted rubbing alcohol spray (50-50 with water) or insecticidal soap spray for an instant knock out effect. But they will keep coming back as long as it is dry and little air circulation. So spray the leaves with plain water every now an then. Those little bumps on the stem are normal. They are dormant buds where new branch may develop. It is a tough ficus and should be OK. Like any ficus give it plenty of light and water only when the first few inches are dry. Better yet use a chopstick and dig it deep in the soil to get a feel for how dry/wet the soil is. That is Ficus benghalensis or banyan tree as it is called in India. For some reason it acquired the name 'Audrey' here in USA....See Moregorbelly
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