Why does your Calathea concinna have drooping leaves? Diagnose the cause and fix it with our step-by-step guide.
Pet FriendlyCalathea concinna is native to tropical rainforest environments and requires high humidity; dry air or dry soil causes the leaves to lose turgor pressure, resulting in wilting. If the soil substrate has pulled away from the edges of the pot, the plant is likely thirsty.
Excessive moisture in the substrate prevents oxygen from reaching the roots, leading to fungal decay. As roots die, they can no longer transport water to the leaves, causing them to droop even if the soil is wet.
This species is highly sensitive to sudden drops in temperature. Exposure to air conditioning vents or cold window drafts causes the metabolic processes to slow down and leaves to lose structure.
While Calathea concinna needs bright indirect light, direct afternoon sun can scorch the leaves and cause rapid transpiration. This rapid water loss leads to immediate drooping as the plant struggles to keep up with evaporation.
Your plant might also be experiencing one of these issues:
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