Troubleshooting
Maranta leuconeura 'Mint' problems — and how to fix them
Maranta leuconeura 'Mint' (Maranta leuconeura 'Mint') 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.
Crispy brown leaf edges
Caused by low humidity, dry air, or chlorine and fluoride in tap water. Raise humidity and switch to filtered, distilled, or rainwater.
Curling or faded leaves
Tight curling often signals underwatering or thirst, while bleached, washed-out leaves indicate too much direct sun. Adjust watering and move out of direct light.
Spider mites
Thrive in the dry air maranta dislikes, stippling leaves and spinning fine webs. Keep humidity up, inspect leaf undersides, and treat with insecticidal soap or by rinsing.
Leaves not opening or 'praying'
Disrupted by constant light at night or by stress. Give it a natural day-night light cycle and steady warmth, moisture, and humidity to restore the daily movement.
Prevent maranta leuconeura 'mint' problems before they start
Most maranta leuconeura 'mint' issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
- Common prayer plant problems — the species this cultivar belongs to
- What's wrong with my plant? — the diagnosis apps compared
- Maranta leuconeura 'Mint' watering schedule
- Maranta leuconeura 'Mint' light requirements
- Best soil mix for maranta leuconeura 'mint'
- Maranta leuconeura 'Mint' temperature & humidity
- Full maranta leuconeura 'mint' care guide
Looking for maranta leuconeura 'mint' in general rather than its problems? Read the full maranta leuconeura 'mint' care guide — light, water, soil and feeding.
Maranta leuconeura 'Mint' problems — FAQ
Why is my maranta leuconeura 'mint' crispy brown leaf edges?
Caused by low humidity, dry air, or chlorine and fluoride in tap water. Raise humidity and switch to filtered, distilled, or rainwater.
Why is my maranta leuconeura 'mint' curling or faded leaves?
Tight curling often signals underwatering or thirst, while bleached, washed-out leaves indicate too much direct sun. Adjust watering and move out of direct light.
Why is my maranta leuconeura 'mint' spider mites?
Thrive in the dry air maranta dislikes, stippling leaves and spinning fine webs. Keep humidity up, inspect leaf undersides, and treat with insecticidal soap or by rinsing.
Why is my maranta leuconeura 'mint' leaves not opening or 'praying'?
Disrupted by constant light at night or by stress. Give it a natural day-night light cycle and steady warmth, moisture, and humidity to restore the daily movement.