What's eating my calathea leopardina?

Calathea Leopardina is most commonly bothered by spider mites, which flourish whenever humidity drops below optimal levels indoors. Mealybugs and scale also occur on this species. The slender, spotted leaves show mite damage as dull, washed-out stippling. Regular misting, high humidity, and monthly leaf wipe-downs are effective prevention.

Tiny pale dots and fine webbing on leaf undersides; the distinctive dark spots fade as leaves lose chlorophyll Shower foliage to dislodge mites; maintain 55–65% humidity; spray neem oil or insecticidal soap weekly for 3–4 treatments

White cottony deposits at leaf bases and stem joints; sticky residue; leaves yellow progressively Dab colonies with isopropyl alcohol; follow with insecticidal soap spray across the whole plant; repeat weekly and quarantine the plant

Flat or rounded brown shells on stems and petioles; honeydew attracts sooty mould; plant looks generally sick Scrape off with a toothbrush; apply neem oil or horticultural oil; retreat every 10–14 days until gone