Troubleshooting
Clivia problems — and how to fix them
Clivia (Clivia miniata) 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
Skipped the cool dry winter rest; needs 8-10 weeks below 13°C with little water.
Yellow leaves
Overwatering, especially during the winter rest.
Stunted flower stalk
Move the plant to a warmer spot too early after the cool rest.
Mealybugs in leaf axils
Dab with a cotton bud dipped in 70% isopropyl alcohol.
Prevent clivia problems before they start
Most clivia issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Clivia problems — FAQ
Why is my clivia no flowers?
Skipped the cool dry winter rest; needs 8-10 weeks below 13°C with little water.
Why is my clivia yellow leaves?
Overwatering, especially during the winter rest.
Why is my clivia stunted flower stalk?
Move the plant to a warmer spot too early after the cool rest.
Why is my clivia mealybugs in leaf axils?
Dab with a cotton bud dipped in 70% isopropyl alcohol.