Troubleshooting
Gladiolus-Flowered Werauhia problems — and how to fix them
Gladiolus-Flowered Werauhia (Werauhia gladioliflora) is generally low-drama, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Stagnant tank water and rot
Warm, still water in the central cup quickly becomes anaerobic and harbours rot-causing bacteria and fungi; flush the tank completely every 2-3 weeks with fresh water and ensure the area around the cup is dry.
Scale insects on leaf undersides
Armoured and soft scale insects are common on Werauhia; inspect the undersides of leaves regularly and treat light infestations by wiping with a cloth dampened with dilute neem oil or horticultural soap solution.
Prevent gladiolus-flowered werauhia problems before they start
Most gladiolus-flowered werauhia issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Gladiolus-Flowered Werauhia problems — FAQ
Why is my gladiolus-flowered werauhia stagnant tank water and rot?
Warm, still water in the central cup quickly becomes anaerobic and harbours rot-causing bacteria and fungi; flush the tank completely every 2-3 weeks with fresh water and ensure the area around the cup is dry.
Why is my gladiolus-flowered werauhia scale insects on leaf undersides?
Armoured and soft scale insects are common on Werauhia; inspect the undersides of leaves regularly and treat light infestations by wiping with a cloth dampened with dilute neem oil or horticultural soap solution.