Troubleshooting
Anguloa clowesii problems — and how to fix them
Anguloa clowesii (Anguloa clowesii) 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.
Failure to bloom
Most often from too-warm winters or skipping the rest. A cooler, somewhat drier winter period is needed to set the spring flower stalks from mature growths.
Scorched or bleached leaves
Direct sun on the soft pleated foliage. Move to bright but filtered light and the new growth will harden in better.
Bud blast
Sudden temperature swings, dry air, or moving the plant as buds form. Keep conditions stable and humid while the cupped flowers develop.
Root rot
Heavy water during the cool rest or broken-down mix holding water. Repot into fresh open bark and keep winter watering light.
Prevent anguloa clowesii problems before they start
Most anguloa clowesii issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Looking for anguloa clowesii in general rather than its problems? Read the full anguloa clowesii care guide — light, water, soil and feeding.
Anguloa clowesii problems — FAQ
Why is my anguloa clowesii failure to bloom?
Most often from too-warm winters or skipping the rest. A cooler, somewhat drier winter period is needed to set the spring flower stalks from mature growths.
Why is my anguloa clowesii scorched or bleached leaves?
Direct sun on the soft pleated foliage. Move to bright but filtered light and the new growth will harden in better.
Why is my anguloa clowesii bud blast?
Sudden temperature swings, dry air, or moving the plant as buds form. Keep conditions stable and humid while the cupped flowers develop.
Why is my anguloa clowesii root rot?
Heavy water during the cool rest or broken-down mix holding water. Repot into fresh open bark and keep winter watering light.