Troubleshooting
Ravenea Glauca problems — and how to fix them
Ravenea Glauca (Ravenea glauca) 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.
Overwatering
More drought-adapted than the majesty palm, it suffers root rot and yellowing if kept too wet. Let the soil dry moderately between waterings and ensure rapid drainage.
Nutrient deficiency
Yellow or bronzed older fronds signal a shortage of magnesium or potassium. Use a palm-specific feed to keep the glaucous foliage healthy and well coloured.
Loss of blue colouring
The prized silvery-blue tone fades in low light. Provide the brightest position available, including some direct sun, to maintain the colouring.
Spider mites
Dry indoor conditions invite mites, seen as fine stippling and webbing. Increase airflow and humidity and treat with insecticidal soap, inspecting the fronds regularly.
Prevent ravenea glauca problems before they start
Most ravenea glauca issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Looking for ravenea glauca in general rather than its problems? Read the full ravenea glauca care guide — light, water, soil and feeding.
Ravenea Glauca problems — FAQ
Why is my ravenea glauca overwatering?
More drought-adapted than the majesty palm, it suffers root rot and yellowing if kept too wet. Let the soil dry moderately between waterings and ensure rapid drainage.
Why is my ravenea glauca nutrient deficiency?
Yellow or bronzed older fronds signal a shortage of magnesium or potassium. Use a palm-specific feed to keep the glaucous foliage healthy and well coloured.
Why is my ravenea glauca loss of blue colouring?
The prized silvery-blue tone fades in low light. Provide the brightest position available, including some direct sun, to maintain the colouring.
Why is my ravenea glauca spider mites?
Dry indoor conditions invite mites, seen as fine stippling and webbing. Increase airflow and humidity and treat with insecticidal soap, inspecting the fronds regularly.