Troubleshooting
Caladium Candidum problems — and how to fix them
Caladium Candidum (Caladium bicolor 'Candidum') 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.
Leaf scorch on white areas
Excess direct sun burns the low-pigment foliage. Relocate to part shade or bright, indirect light.
Yellowing and dieback
Often the natural onset of dormancy as days shorten or temperatures fall. Reduce water and store the tuber warm and dry.
Tuber rot in storage or cold soil
Wet, cold conditions rot dormant tubers. Keep them barely moist and warm, and plant out only after soil warms.
Slow or no sprouting
Cold soil delays emergence; caladiums need warmth around 21°C+ to break dormancy. Provide bottom heat or wait for warmer conditions.
Prevent caladium candidum problems before they start
Most caladium candidum issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Looking for the species overview? Caladium — the full care guide.
Caladium Candidum problems — FAQ
Why is my caladium candidum leaf scorch on white areas?
Excess direct sun burns the low-pigment foliage. Relocate to part shade or bright, indirect light.
Why is my caladium candidum yellowing and dieback?
Often the natural onset of dormancy as days shorten or temperatures fall. Reduce water and store the tuber warm and dry.
Why is my caladium candidum tuber rot in storage or cold soil?
Wet, cold conditions rot dormant tubers. Keep them barely moist and warm, and plant out only after soil warms.
Why is my caladium candidum slow or no sprouting?
Cold soil delays emergence; caladiums need warmth around 21°C+ to break dormancy. Provide bottom heat or wait for warmer conditions.