Troubleshooting
Alsobia 'San Miguel' problems — and how to fix them
Alsobia 'San Miguel' (Alsobia 'San Miguel') is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
No flowers
Almost always too little light or skipped feeding. Move to a brighter spot out of direct sun and resume a bloom-friendly fertiliser through the growing season.
Leaf spotting
Cold water or water sitting on the fuzzy leaves causes pale blotches. Water at the soil line with tepid water and avoid wetting the foliage.
Crown or stolon rot
Soggy, dense soil rots the shallow roots and runners. Use an airy mix, let the surface dry between waterings, and never leave the pot standing in water.
Brown, crispy leaf edges
A sign of dry air. Raise humidity with a pebble tray, humidifier, or enclosed case rather than misting the leaves directly.
Prevent alsobia 'san miguel' problems before they start
Most alsobia 'san miguel' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Looking for alsobia 'san miguel' in general rather than its problems? Read the full alsobia 'san miguel' care guide — light, water, soil and feeding.
Alsobia 'San Miguel' problems — FAQ
Why is my alsobia 'san miguel' no flowers?
Almost always too little light or skipped feeding. Move to a brighter spot out of direct sun and resume a bloom-friendly fertiliser through the growing season.
Why is my alsobia 'san miguel' leaf spotting?
Cold water or water sitting on the fuzzy leaves causes pale blotches. Water at the soil line with tepid water and avoid wetting the foliage.
Why is my alsobia 'san miguel' crown or stolon rot?
Soggy, dense soil rots the shallow roots and runners. Use an airy mix, let the surface dry between waterings, and never leave the pot standing in water.
Why is my alsobia 'san miguel' brown, crispy leaf edges?
A sign of dry air. Raise humidity with a pebble tray, humidifier, or enclosed case rather than misting the leaves directly.