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How to Care for Corn Plant

Corn plant (Dracaena fragrans) is an evergreen, slow-growing perennial shrub native to tropical Africa. Also, it is a classic houseplant, grown in Europe since the 1800s. Its glossy green foliage that resembles corn leaves grow on top of a thick cane, which is why the plant is sometimes called “false palm tree.”
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How to Water Corn plant?

Compared with other indoor plants, corn plant requires less water. Watering once a week is enough and they may be watered again until the surface soil of the pot is dry. A tray should be placed under the pot. It is required to water the plants slowly until the water flows out from the pot bottom, and then drain the excessive water in the tray after 30 min. Too much water and poor drainage may cause the leaves to fall. At ordinary time, appropriate water mists can be sprayed toward the leaves to increase the ambient humidity and prevent the leave edges from drying.
It should be noted that corn plant is sensitive to the fluoride in tap water. With long-term use of tap water, there may be dark spots or yellow edges on their leaves, so it is recommended to use collected rainwater or pure water. Alternatively, the tap water may be stored in a container for one night, and watering can be done after the fluoride is reduced.
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What's the best method of watering my Corn plant?
Misting can be a good way to keep the leaves hydrated but not too soggy. Always make sure that there's good drainage to prevent root rot. The plant can be sensitive to fluoride, which is often common in the public water supply, and this species does not tolerate hard water, especially if it's in its growing stages.
Use a watering can or a sprinkler with purified or distilled water. Make sure to evenly water the entire surface of the soil so the stems won't rot. Use distilled water from time to time to avoid the death of the plant, leaf burn, or stunted growth instead of tap water. Another option is to utilize rainwater whenever it's available. Keep the soil moist every time but prevent it from being too soggy if the Corn plant is planted in a pot.
If it's outside planted in your garden, you need to have proper drainage and allow the soil to dry completely before you turn on the sprinkler or the garden hose, as this can lead to root rot and yellowing leaves.
Some use hydrogen peroxide as a treatment in the water, but this is not recommended for regular use. The hydrogen peroxide will stimulate rainwater but only do this occasionally. A filtration system might also be valuable for removing nitrates, salt, and lead that might be contained in the water.
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What should I do if I water Corn plant too much/too little?
Some signs that the plants are not getting enough water are the brown tips on the plant. These species are very sensitive to boron and fluoride that are usually found in tap water, and you might be able to see that they have too much of the minerals when the leaves begin to droop.
When the Corn plant is underwatered, the stems also show wrinkles.
The leaves can become brown, crispy, and start to dry out. When this happens, water as soon as possible.
Another thing about overwatering is that if this happens, then root rot can begin to set in. You need to remove all the damaged roots from the soil, especially if they appear mushy, fragile, and black. To help with these issues, it's important to cut off a larger part of the root.
Overwatering can also leave the leaves looking brown and ready to fall off. This can happen very early, so you should drain the excess water and wait for the soil to dry before watering to help the plant recover.
Throw away the soil from the pot if there are signs of root rot. Clean everything thoroughly and make sure to put in the pebbles so it will help with proper drainage. Discard any excess water at the base of the pot if you notice tan rings or reddish-brown spots on the leaves.
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How often should I water my Corn plant?
The Corn plant is a relatively tough species that is pretty tolerant to drought. This is why you need to water this only about every 1-2 weeks when you feel the soil is bone dry, especially if it is planted in a pot. Water generously until you see that the water begins to trickle down the pot's drainage holes. Make sure to remove the water from the saucer after an hour, and don't let it stand on the pot.
When they are planted in your garden, you need to consider the rainfall the plant is receiving. The roots don't like to sit in the water, so make sure to have proper irrigation as part of the landscape. Water 1 time every 2 weeks, especially if you live in a tropical area with plenty of rain and monsoons.
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How much water does my Corn plant need?
As a general rule of thumb, you should water Corn plant when you notice that about 2 inch of the top soil is already dry, especially when you grow it outdoors. When planted in the garden, you need to make sure that the Corn plant is getting its watering needs at least once every two weeks. There’s rainwater, seasonal changes, and moisture around the environment to consider so never overwater.
This can also apply when the pot is approximately 2 inches dry when it is grown indoors. If they are inside the house or grown in the nursery, try watering more frequently at least once a week since they might not be able to get the rainwater or extra moisture that they need indoors. As long as you notice that the plant leaves are sagging, then don’t hesitate to give them a drink.
The roots should be kept moist but not soggy. The best way to water them is to soak the pot and allow the water to drain. Make sure to water only when the soil is partially dry, and don't give them a specific schedule. They are not very thirsty plants, so wait a couple of days before giving them a drink. Well-draining soils can also help them grow and always put them in place with high humidity.
Water them every 1 to 2 weeks during the summer when it’s very hot outside. During the growing season and in spring, use the same amount of water as well. They need a lot of water when they are growing so you might want to give them a drink regularly.
If it’s winter or fall, know that you should only water every 2 to 4 weeks. This is when you notice that the soil is completely dried out.
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How can I ensure that i'm watering my Corn plant adequately?
Most of the time, schedules of bi-weekly or weekly watering should be more than enough for the Corn plant. Wait until the soil is 2 to 4 inches dry, especially if you have adult plants, to avoid excess watering. Pour generously until you see that the water comes out of the drainage holes. No standing water should be allowed, and remove the excess from the saucers. Root rot can happen if there's too much water, so it's always better to give too little than too much for this species.
The soak and dry method is more than enough for the plants whether they are indoors or outdoors. The soil around the plant should be completely soaked and make sure to record on an app or in your calendar each time you water. Allow the soil to dry to prevent root rot and help them develop a healthier root system. Water with a sprinkle or a can deep enough to reach the roots to prevent the plant from wilting.
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Should I adjust the watering frequency for my Corn plant according to different seasons or climates?
The soil bed or the pots should be moist during the spring or fall. However, prevent them from getting soggy. Reduce watering during winter or towards the end of the fall. Remember that soil that's too dry or too wet might result in plant issues.
Allow the Corn plant to dry out before watering, especially in the winter. When there's too much dryness in the soil, use distilled water and saturate them thoroughly. Avoid cold water as much as possible. Occasional misting during the summer or the winter, as well as fertilizer in the spring, can help.
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Should I change the watering frequency during the different growing stages of my Corn plant?
Water at least twice a week during its growing season, and you'll find that they can grow quicker. When they are in their early stages, the Corn plant is very sensitive to the minerals in tap water, so it's best to expose them to rainwater or filtered water.
While they are young, exposure to unnecessary chemicals can result in stunted growth and discoloration. A balanced fertilizer and watering whenever the soil is dry can help during the growing season.
In the growing season, the watering should be 1 to 2 times a week. When it's already established, you might want to water it once every 3 weeks. When you report a grown Corn plant, you need to water the soil well to make it damp. You can also wipe the leaves with a wet cloth to keep the insects away and to help them have more humidity during summer.
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Should I water my Corn plant differently when I plant it indoors vs outdoors?
Depending on the location of the plants, it's best to water them frequently when they are indoors. Just make sure that they are far away from any heating appliances. The natural humidity of the room can be enough, but the plant might prefer the high humidity outdoors during the summer, especially if it resembles that of a rainforest's habitat.
Water the plants once every two weeks and lightly mist them at least thrice every seven days to keep them healthy if they are planted in a pot. One way of checking it is by removing the pot and seeing if the roots are already dry. This is possible with plastic pots, but you can always check with a moisture meter if you can't remove the pot.
When grown outdoors, you need to consider the plant's rainwater, especially in spring and summer. You might want to water this once every 1-2 weeks during the summer.
Avoid watering this during the late fall and winter, and only provide them a drink when you see brown spots on the leaves. They only need occasional watering when planted in your garden, and you need to transplant them indoors so they can survive the cool conditions during the winter. Some use a lot of mulch during the fall, but when growing in a cold zone, you should consider digging it and transplanting it, watering it occasionally, and waiting for the frost to pass.
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What should I be careful with when I water my Corn plant in different seasons, climates, and during different growing periods?
The Corn plant loves high humidity and thrive in it. However, winter is when the humidity is low, and the indoor ones are more susceptible to wilting. Lightly mist the leaves with sprays so you can maintain the healthy growth of the plant in the spring and summer. It would also help to place the plants on trays that are filled with water and pebbles to create humidity around the Corn plant during winter but make sure to drain the saucer afterwards.
A high-quality humidifier might also help during winter. Also, use cold water on the plants during winter as this can cause permanent damage and root shock. Allow the water to warm at room temperature before you put it on the plants. Using heating appliances can dehydrate indoor air, so you might want to add more mist.
Place the pots near it and let them absorb the mist. Use bottled distilled water whenever possible since these are sensitive to fluoride. When you notice that the tips begin to turn yellow, this is where you might want to do the light misting several times a week.
Another thing is when you're using tap water from the local supply, just let it sit overnight. This will reduce chlorine and other chemicals that might be mixed into the water. Distilled water is always the best alternative.
During the summer, be careful with overwatering. The brown tips suggest that there's not enough moisture in the air, and you should add some when the Corn plant shows an indication that it’s thirsty.
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Why is watering my Corn plant important?
Watering the Corn plant will help them grow beautiful foliage. This species can bring beauty all year round, and you might want to ensure that the leaves remain green regardless of the season.
Watering it according to its needs can prevent many problems often associated with too much soil moisture. You can prevent root rot, fungal diseases, and brown tips on the potted plants and those planted on the ground.
It's best to use a watering can with tepid water when you notice that the soil is dry on the ground and in the pot. Use lukewarm water and look for signs of yellow foliage. The yellowing leaves are typically a sign that this species needs water. On the other hand, the brown tips indicate that you might be overwatering, so it's best to stop and give the soil time to dry regardless of whether they were planted outdoors or indoors.
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How to Fertilize Corn plant?

Corn plant has little demand for nutrients. With available conditions, they can be fertilized once every two weeks in spring and summer. It is enough to fertilize them once a month in fall and no fertilization is required in winter. General water-soluble fertilizers can be applied and each time of fertilization should be subject to the recommended dosage on the package.

Fertilizer

Corn plant typically have ornamental leaves that can add a sense of lushness to your living spaces. With the right care, that foliage will maintain a consistent color and look healthy all year long. However, an important part of a proper care routine for a Corn plant is fertilization. If you don't know when and how to fertilize a Corn plant, there is a good chance that your plant may begin to decline or at least fail to live up to its full potential. As such, the following sections will introduce you to how to feed a Corn plant the right way.
The primary reason why Corn plant needs regular fertilization is that they have showy leaves that require a lot of energy to produce and maintain. The challenge is that your Corn plant must not only allot enough energy to keep its leaves in good shape, but it must also find enough energy to support the growth of its stems, branches, roots, and all its other vital structures. If you neglect fertilization, there are two outcomes that are likely to take place. The first is that the leaves of your Corn plant will begin to lose their natural color or texture while looking somewhat unhealthy overall, which detracts greatly from its ornamental appeal. The other outcome is that your Corn plant will begin to slow its growth overall or produce weak growth that could be prone to breakage.
Corn plant will benefit from occasionally feedings , which is why you do not need to set a standard feeding schedule upon planting one of these plants. One of the easiest ways to fertilize your Corn plant is to simply apply your fertilizer when you water this plant sometimes. During the growing season, your Corn plant will also need a decent amount of water. You could feed this plant once every two-three weeks. This feeding rate should continue during the entire time that your plant is producing new growth.
The fertilizer for a Corn plant has a specific blend of nutrients, each of which is present in relatively low amounts. An ideal fertilizer will have an N-P-K ratio of 3-1-2. However, a general-purpose fertilizer that has an even blend of nutrients can work well in some cases. Still, even when using a balanced fertilizer, the ratio number representing the volume of each nutrient should be at 3 or lower. The fertilizer you use can be either granular or liquid based. If you choose to use a liquid-based fertilizer, it is often best to dilute the strength by half. While there is not much downside to granular fertilizer, it is often most sensible to use liquid fertilizer, especially if you feed your Corn plant while you supply water.
One of the easiest ways to fertilize a Corn plant is to feed it anytime that you water it. To perform this method, gather your fertilizer and a water container, such as a watering can. Then mix the fertilizer with water to dilute its strength. Then, simply pour the water with the fertilizer onto the soil and allow it to soak down to the roots. Alternatively, you could use a granular fertilizer. If you use a granular fertilizer, all you need to do is sprinkle some of the fertilizer on the soil in which your Corn plant lives. Granular fertilizers are usually slow-release fertilizers which means you won't need to fertilize as often as you would with a liquid fertilizer. In either case, it is beneficial to water while you feed your Corn plant.
The signs of improper fertilization for a Corn plant should become obvious relatively quickly. Overfertilization is specifically harmful to this plant, and it can cause several visible signs. The most common signs are browning leaf margins, yellowing leaves, wilting leaves, excess fertilizer build-up in the soil, and loss of foliage.
Corn plant are also vulnerable to a complication known as fertilizer burn, in which a plant receives too many nutrients, which causes the roots to dry out and cease their main function. However, if you give your Corn plant water while you feed it, it is far less likely that fertilizer burn will occur.
Throughout most of the year, it is permissible to maintain a regular fertilization schedule for your Corn plant. During the active growing season of spring, summer, and early fall. However, during the winter, this plant should not receive fertilizer at all.
During winter, Corn plant will enter a dormant growth phase. In that phase, the plant will either put forth no new growth or very little new growth. That lack of active growth means that your Corn plant will be using less energy overall, which is why fertilization is not needed at that time.
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Why do I need to fertilize my Corn plant?
The primary reason why Corn plant needs regular fertilization is that they have showy leaves that require a lot of energy to produce and maintain. The challenge is that your Corn plant must not only allot enough energy to keep its leaves in good shape, but it must also find enough energy to support the growth of its stems, branches, roots, and all its other vital structures.
If you neglect fertilization, there are two outcomes that are likely to take place. The first is that the leaves of your Corn plant will begin to lose their natural color or texture while looking somewhat unhealthy overall, which detracts greatly from its ornamental appeal. The other outcome is that your Corn plant will begin to slow its growth overall or produce weak growth that could be prone to breakage.
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When is the best time to fertilize my Corn plant?
Corn plant will benefit from occasionally feedings , which is why you do not need to set a standard feeding schedule upon planting one of these plants. One of the easiest ways to fertilize your Corn plant is to simply apply your fertilizer when you water this plant sometimes.
During the growing season, your Corn plant will also need a decent amount of water. You could feed this plant once every two-three weeks. This feeding rate should continue during the entire time that your plant is producing new growth.
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When should I avoid fertilizing my Corn plant?
Throughout most of the year, it is permissible to maintain a regular fertilization schedule for your Corn plant. During the active growing season of spring, summer, and early fall. However, during the winter, this plant should not receive fertilizer at all.
During winter, Corn plant will enter a dormant growth phase. In that phase, the plant will either put forth no new growth or very little new growth. That lack of active growth means that your Corn plant will be using less energy overall, which is why fertilization is not needed at that time.
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What type of fertilizer does my Corn plant need?
The fertilizer for a Corn plant has a specific blend of nutrients, each of which is present in relatively low amounts. An ideal fertilizer will have an N-P-K ratio of 3-1-2. However, a general-purpose fertilizer that has an even blend of nutrients can work well in some cases. Still, even when using a balanced fertilizer, the ratio number representing the volume of each nutrient should be at 3 or lower.
The fertilizer you use can be either granular or liquid based. If you choose to use a liquid-based fertilizer, it is often best to dilute the strength by half. While there is not much downside to granular fertilizer, it is often most sensible to use liquid fertilizer, especially if you feed your Corn plant while you supply water.
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How do I fertilize my Corn plant?
One of the easiest ways to fertilize a Corn plant is to feed it anytime that you water it. To perform this method, gather your fertilizer and a water container, such as a watering can. Then mix the fertilizer with water to dilute its strength. Then, simply pour the water with the fertilizer onto the soil and allow it to soak down to the roots.
Alternatively, you could use a granular fertilizer. If you use a granular fertilizer, all you need to do is sprinkle some of the fertilizer on the soil in which your Corn plant lives. Granular fertilizers are usually slow-release fertilizers which means you won't need to fertilize as often as you would with a liquid fertilizer. In either case, it is beneficial to water while you feed your Corn plant.
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What happens if I fertilize my Corn plant too much?
The signs of improper fertilization for a Corn plant should become obvious relatively quickly. Overfertilization is specifically harmful to this plant, and it can cause several visible signs. The most common signs are browning leaf margins, yellowing leaves, wilting leaves, excess fertilizer build-up in the soil, and loss of foliage.
Corn plant are also vulnerable to a complication known as fertilizer burn, in which a plant receives too many nutrients, which causes the roots to dry out and cease their main function. However, if you give your Corn plant water while you feed it, it is far less likely that fertilizer burn will occur.
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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Corn plant?

Corn plant require a growth environment with sufficient filtered lights. Direct sunlight should be avoided, because it may burn the leaves. It is suggested to put them at a certain distance from the window. If the light is too weak, it may grow poorly. They can also survive in a partially-shady outdoor area, for example the shade of tall trees.
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How many hours of sunlight does Corn plant need per day?
Corn plant needs a lot of indirect, filtered, or dappled light when grown indoors, so they should be kept in a sunny location all day. Of course, the number of daylight hours that occur naturally can vary depending on the season, but a good rule of thumb is a minimum of 6 hours, including up to 3-6 hours of direct sunlight per day. Even many hours of indirect sun will not hurt Corn plant; it is only direct sun that you need to be careful about.
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What type of sunlight does Corn plant need?
Corn plant in the wild get a lot of sunlight throughout the whole day. The sunlight is dappled and mostly indirect since it is filtered through the leafy canopy of tall trees growing above. When grown indoors, Corn plant should be provided with bright indirect light in a sunny windowsill or via grow lights.
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Does Corn plant need to avoid sun exposure?
Corn plant does not need to avoid sun exposure completely, but the type of sunlight should be appropriate. They should not be exposed to more than 6 hours of direct sun each day. Direct sun means that the sunlight is hitting the plant directly. Indirect light could be reflected off other objects near the plant, or could be direct sun that is filtered by something such as a sheer curtain. So Corn plant should be protected from excessive direct sun.
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How should I protect Corn plant from sun and heat damage?
Sunlight can hurt Corn plant that are not adapted to growing in direct sun. There are several ways to protect Corn plant from bright sunlight. First, choose a location that gets indirect light for most of the day. If the location is too bright, move the plant farther into the room away from the window. Or, you can cover the window with a light curtain or blinds. Any of these methods protect your Corn plant from both sun scorching and excessive heat from the sun.
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What happens to Corn plant if it gets too much sunlight?
Too much direct sunlight will scorch the plant’s leaves, especially the upper leaves which are hit with the majority of the sun’s rays. Scorched spots on the leaves look brown and dry. Entire leaves may also wilt and turn brown. Being grown in full sun can cause the soil to dry out too quickly. In extreme cases, too much sun could kill the plant.
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What happens to Corn plant if it receives insufficient sunlight?
Without enough sunlight, Corn plant become etiolated (tall and stretched out) and lose color in their leaves. Over time, the plant is not able to generate enough energy through photosynthesis to support its continued survival, and will die if it is kept in a dark location.
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Does Corn plant need special attention to sunlight during different growth stages?
Corn plant should get bright indirect light regardless of their growth stage. If anything, consistency in lighting conditions will get you the best results. Once you’ve found a location where your plants are happy, it is best not to move them. However, you should monitor the location and move plants if sunlight gets too intense during summer or becomes too dark in winter.
The amount of light can affect other elements of plant care as well, particularly temperature and watering frequency. More sunlight and heat will cause water to evaporate from the soil faster, meaning you would need to water more often. Less sunlight also usually means less watering, and usually cooler temperatures. This can lead to disease or pests.
Finally, be careful when moving Corn plant from a shady location to a sunny one, such as moving plants to spend the summer outside. Corn plant can easily get sunburned if they are moved suddenly from a location with little-to-no direct sun to a spot that gets a lot of bright light. Make this kind of move gradually, starting with just 1 to 2 hours in the new location per day and gradually increasing the time. This method allows the plant to adjust to the increased light levels without getting scorched.
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How much light does Corn plant need for photosynthesis?
Even the smallest amount of sunlight triggers the process of photosynthesis in plants. However, the amount of energy produced through that process needs to be enough to support the plant’s current survival and continued growth. Without plenty of sunlight, the plant will essentially starve because it doesn’t have what it needs to create energy.
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How to Prune Corn plant?

Pruning is seldom needed for corn plant . The old leaves under the stem will wither naturally and it only requires removing them in time; and new leaves will grow continuously. When the plants are tall, their height can be controlled by pruning. Pruning is generally done in spring with sharp gardening scissors (branch scissors) or knives to prune corn plant to the required height. The bud points should be reserved under the cut and new leaves will grow out several weeks later.
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Do I need to prune my Corn plant?
The Corn plant is a low-maintenance, winter-hardy, and drought-resistant evergreen perennial plant. This means it can thrive almost anywhere. This unique plant grows well indoors, as well as in many outdoor environments. To keep yours in good health, it’s recommended that you prune it only as needed to control growth and maintain shape. This popular shurb can take up quite a bit of room if left to grow freely. Given enough time, it can be pruned to grow into a small tree. Corn plant is very resilient and learning how to prune them is easy.
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When is the best time to prune my Corn plant?
A lot of new gardeners shy away from pruning the Corn plant because they’re afraid to cut too much. Luckily, Corn plant is generally considered to be among the easier and more forgiving plants to prune since regrowth appears quite quickly. Although these perennials are relatively fast-growing, you only need to prune when you spot unsightly overgrowth or damaged leaves. In other words, if your Corn plant starts to look uneven or damaged, it may be a good time to prune. If you want to control the size of Corn plant, you need to do a strong pruning in winter time, and you can prune to the shape you want. If the shape is appropriate and only small-scale shaping is needed (pruning no more than 1/4 of the total size of the plant), it can be done in summer or autumn. When Corn plant is growing, if there are yellowing leaves and diseased leaves, prune off the yellowing leaves at the bottom and the parts of the leaves that have spots due to disease infection, which can effectively reduce the infection. If the number of leaves with spots is relatively large, the number of pruned leaves should not exceed a quarter of the total to avoid affecting the growth of Corn plant.
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What should I do after pruning my Corn plant?
When pruning your Corn plant, always use freshly cleaned shears to prevent the possibility of cross-contamination from other plants. The Corn plant has a high tolerance for drought and cold weather, and can even survive irregular watering schedules for short periods. When grown indoors, it prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 °F and should be kept away from air conditioning drafts to prevent discoloration, leaf fall, and other damage.
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How should I prune my Corn plant during different seasons or stages of growth?
The good news is that these plants have a medium growth rate which means they cycle through growth stages fairly quickly. Once your plant matures, you can follow normal pruning methods. Corn plant is mainly used for leaf viewing, flowers have no ornamental value and will consume nutrients, you can prune the flowers when the plant is in bloom and concentrate the nutrients for the growth of the leaves. If you want to control the size of Corn plant, you need to do a strong pruning in winter time, and you can prune to the shape you want. If the shape is appropriate and only small-scale shaping is needed (pruning no more than 1/4 of the total size of the plant), it can be done in summer or autumn. When Corn plant is growing, if there are yellowing leaves and diseased leaves, prune off the yellowing leaves at the bottom and the parts of the leaves that have spots due to disease infection, which can effectively reduce the infection. If the number of leaves with spots is relatively large, the number of pruned leaves should not exceed a quarter of the total to avoid affecting the growth of Corn plant.
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What tools, techniques and tricks should I use when pruning my Corn plant?
Before getting started, it’s best to have a plan. Try to visualize the basic shape and style of how you want your plant to look. Having a goal in mind will help you choose what pruning method and tools to use. Once you have an idea of how you want it to look, it’s time to get ready to prune. Tools Sharp scissors or a pair of hand pruners work great when pruning your Corn plant. However, if you keep your Corn plant outdoors or allow it to grow freely, you may need a tree pruner to reach higher leaves. How to prune When learning how to prune your Corn plant, factors like growth stage, climate, and the current season will give you clues about your plant's pruning needs. Additionally, how you want your plant to look is another thing to consider. If you want to control the size of Corn plant, you need to do a strong pruning in winter time, and you can prune to the shape you want. For example, if you want your plant to be short and round, cutting from the top and pruning any leggy parts will be your best bet. If you want a tall, slender appearance, cut from the bottom and sides to limit the spread of growth to encourage vertical growth. If the shape is appropriate and only small-scale shaping is needed (pruning no more than 1/4 of the total size of the plant), it can be done in summer or autumn. To simplify the process, here are a few tips to remember:
  1. Leave the main stalk in place and trim around it.
  2. Trim off any dead or unhealthy-looking branches and remove or cut any “suckers”
  3. Use shears, scissors, or your fingers to cut or pinch just below the bud, branch, or stem.
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What are common problems when pruning my Corn plant and how can I fix them?
One major concern when it comes to pruning the Corn plant is the possibility of mites, disease, and infection from the laceration left behind after pruning. This can be lessened by pruning at an angle and monitoring the site until healed. Additionally, taking special care to not overwater to prevent the soil from becoming too damp can minimize the risk of spider mites and aphids.
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What is the Ideal Temperature Range for Corn plant?

Corn plant, native to the subtropical region, likes a warm and humid environment. The temperature suitable for its growth is 16 to 26 ℃. It's less cold resistant and may be damaged below 10 ℃. Corn plant is moderately drought-resistant and can be planted outdoors in a warm, humid and shaded environment, but it's more often potted indoors. Generally, the humidity may be properly increased by a humidifier, or a tray of pebbles may be placed under the pot bottom for supplementing some water to increase humidity.
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What is the optimal temperature for Corn plant?
For this tropical plant to thrive, you’ll want to keep them between 75℉ and 90℉ (25-32℃). Each species can handle temperatures outside of this range, but keeping it within several degrees of these limits will ensure they grow to their maximum potential.
As for its extreme temperature limits, any environment below 50℉ (10℃) or above 95℉ (35℃) will begin to hinder its growth and cause various aberrations to its leaves and stems. This is especially true with low temperatures; even a light frost can cause your tropical plants to perish. Cellular death can begin to happen at a rapid pace, with some species dying in as little as 12 to 24 hours.
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Does Corn plant require different temperatures for different growing phases?
While Corn plant doesn’t require any changes in temperature to enter different growing phases, it is important to stay consistent. Wild temperature fluctuations can slow down its growth regardless of its current phase, so it's always better to keep them in a controlled environment. That optimal temperature range of 75℉ and 90℉ (25-32℃) is vital to maintain, especially staying above the lower limit. Going above 90℉(32℃) isn’t ideal, but as tropical plant it won’t suffer too much. On the other hand, going below 50℉ (10℃) (and especially 40℉/5℃) will begin to directly damage this heat-loving plant species.
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Does Corn plant need different temperatures for different seasons?
Corn plant does not need different temperatures for different growing seasons. The most important step in seasonal care is to keep the environment within the optimal temperature range. That's why it's always best to keep this plant indoors. That way, you can control the temperature no matter what the climate is like outside.
Light is also important for tropical species, with all of these plants preferring a partial side level of sun exposure. This means any light they receive needs to be dappled or filtered, with bright but indirect light being the best option when growing your plants indoors. Too much direct sunlight can negatively affect your plant’s leaves, reducing its growth potential.
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What are the temperature guidelines to keep your Corn plant healthy?
Tip #1: Don’t Leave Your Plant Near Windows in Colder Months
If you want to make sure your plant isn’t exposed to colder temperatures, you may want to keep them away from windows. In colder months like late fall and winter, even the smallest draft can leak cold air into your home through cracks in your windows. While this air usually dissipates and warms up as it travels throughout your home, any plants placed in close proximity to the window will be affected. Move your tropical plants into an area where they will still get bright but indirect light, while making sure they won’t be affected by potential drafts.
Tip #2: If You Find Dry Patches, Your Plant May Be Getting Too Much Sunlight or Heat
You may notice the leaves become white or even scorched on a sunny day. These discolorations and unusual markings usually indicate that a plant is getting too much heat or sunlight, and it may be dehydrated. Excess light and heat will dry out the soil, stopping plants from getting the moisture they need to support their cellular structure. It also slows down or stops the process of photosynthesis, further hindering growth. If ignored for too long, these dry spots can spread and eventually result in the death of your plants.
Tip #3: Avoid Frost at All Costs
Colder temperatures and frost can damage your plants by causing ice crystals or disrupt normal physiological activity. This makes it nearly impossible for water to move freely throughout plant tissue, creating a deficit of moisture in their stems and leaves. You can tell a plant has been damaged by frost if it begins to suffer from hydrosis (it will appear as though it's soaked with water.) If the problem persists, your plants may begin shriveling and turning a dark brown or black hue. After that, the plant will almost certainly die.
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What is the best way to maintain the right temperature for my Corn plant?
The best way to maintain the right temperature range for Corn plant is by keeping an eye on both the climate and humidity. You’ll want to try to keep each species in a room where you have access to climate control, keeping the heat in the temperature range best mimics its natural habitat. The humidity levels will also have a direct effect on temperature, so it's important to monitor these as well. You can artificially raise the humidity of your growing space by using a humidifier or lightly misting the leaves with water.
If you intend to grow this species outside, you may find it difficult to maintain the right balance of temperature and humidity. If temperatures begin to drop or the air becomes too dry, your best option is to find room within your home and move your plant inside. An indoor growing space will allow you to control the climate more closely, helping your plant reach its full potential.
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What Soil is Best for Corn plant?

Corn plant has low requirements on soil. The pH of suitable soil is 6.0-6.5. It likes well-drained and organic-rich soil, avoiding sticky substrates. Wet soil that can lead to rot or fungal issues should be avoided as well. The soil mixed with a small amount of perlite and added with fertilizers free of boron or calcium superphosphate will help their growth. When they are potted, it is recommended to use pottery pots with many drainage holes to ensure smooth drainage. Dracaena braunii (Lucky Bamboo) is often maintained in water, but it can grow better when planted in soil actually.
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How to Propagate Corn plant?

It is recommended to reproduce them by cutting or layering at the end of spring and the beginning of summer. Oblique cut the top bud of old branch, remove the withered yellow leaves, insert it in vermiculite and other moist breathable medium and it can grow into an independent seedling. In case of available conditions, a small amount of rooting powder may be applied on the cut to promote rooting. After each pruning, the 10 cm stem section containing the bud point can also be buried in a moist medium, and a new plant can be germinated by keeping the temperature and moisture.

Propagation

Corn plant provides good landscaping for your garden all year round, which is quite essential for the garden. As your Corn plant grows, you may want to know how to get more of them for free. Or maybe your Corn plant has been damaged by a pest or disease and you’d like to save it and propagate a new plant. This article is about how to propagate your Corn plant. Softwood cuttings is an easy way to propagate this plant. The best seasons in which to propagate the Corn plant by cuttings are spring and early summer, when the plant is growing the most actively. During this time, there is plenty of light available for the cuttings to devote to new growth, and your Corn plant should have new shoots that are suitable for propagation. Your cutting should still be flexible, but should have reached a level of hardness that it will snap when bent. The tools needed to propagate Corn plant are the same as those used for other types of propagation by cutting, although you will not need a particularly strong cutting tool as the material is still quite soft.
  1. Sharp scissors or gardening knife
  2. Diluted bleach solution or isopropyl alcohol to clean tools
  3. Rooting hormone (optional)
  4. Pot(s) with drainage holes for planting
  5. All-purpose potting soil for planting
  6. Clear plastic bag (optional)
Step 1: Prepare one or more small pots with moistened potting mix. You can generally plant several cuttings in the same pot for propagation, as long as you leave about an inch between cuttings in each pot. Step 2: Locate healthy shoots on the parent plant and plan where to cut. The cutting should have at least a couple of leaves and one or two nodes in order for the plant to generate new growth. The cutting length should ideally be about 10cm. Use the sterilized cutting tool to take a cutting just above a leaf joint on the parent plant. Step 3: Remove leaves from the bottom half of the cutting and then trim the bottom just below a node. Dip the bottom end of the cutting into rooting powder (if using) according to the directions. Step 4: Plant the cuttings into your prepared pot one-by-one, being sure that at least one node is buried. Step 5: Keep your Corn plant in a warm, protected location with plenty of indirect sunlight. To give Corn plant a better chance of survival, you can cover them loosely with a clear plastic bag to create a mini-greenhouse. A rubber band or tape can be used to affix it to the pot. Doing this increases warmth and humidity, which helps the plant to establish roots more quickly. Step 6: Monitor the Corn plant, watering as needed so the soil doesn’t get dry, until it is time to transplant. Roots generally begin to form within 4 to 6 weeks, and you may want to thin out unhealthy cuttings or move some of the Corn plant to individual pots to give them more space to grow. When the Corn plant regrows new leaves, it means that it has successfully grown roots and needs to be transplanted after the new leaves have fully expanded. It is best to transplant Corn plant on an overcast day with mild temperatures to avoid stressing them as soon as they are planted.
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How to Plant Corn plant?

Among the dracaena plants, Dracaena surculosa is often planted outdoors as bushes in a partially-shady outdoor area. It is better to plant it in spring and summer. Other plants are often potted indoors, and the pots will limit their heights. The pots and soil should be replaced once in two or three years. For height control, the root system should be properly trimmed and a larger pot should be used.
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How to Harvest Corn plant?

Potted dracaena plants seldom bloom. However, in case of adequate light, they may have white or purple inflorescences in the summer. But, at the same time, the leaves may be injured by intense light and the color of the leaves may deteriorate.
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How to Transplant Corn plant?

For best results, transplant corn plant during mid-spring to late-spring or mid-fall to late-fall for optimal root establishment. Choose a location with well-draining soil and indirect sunlight. Remember, corn plant appreciates consistency, so avoid unnecessary transplanting.
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How to Repot Corn plant?

Before potting, it is necessary to sterilize and kill insects. Change pots and soil every spring. Indoor potted plants require frequent ventilation and sufficient sun exposure.
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Basic Care Guide
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Water
Every 2 weeks
Corn plant hails from regions in tropical Africa, marked by high humidity and ample rainfall. In its native habitat, corn plant experiences periods of water abundance followed by drier spells, indicating a preference for a well-drained soil environment. Mimicking these conditions, watering needs involve deep watering, allowing the soil to dry before the next session. Overwatering can lead to root rot, a common issue with these plants. Thus, watering corn plant should be balanced, optimally replicating its native tropic climate.
Watering Techniques
Lighting
Partial sun
Corn plant demands a balance of light, enduring a wide range from ample shine to shadowy nooks. Yet, extreme rays may cause the foliage to scorch. Meanwhile, lack of sufficient light may result in less vibrant foliage. Originating from cloudy environments, the varying stages of growth do not significantly impact its sun needs.
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Temperature
5 - 45 ℃
The corn plant plant is native to tropical regions and requires temperatures between 68 to 105 ℉ (20 to 41 ℃) to thrive. It prefers a consistently warm environment and should be kept in temperatures above 60 ℉ (15.6 ℃) during the colder months. During hot summer months, it may benefit from partial shade and increased humidity to prevent leaf scorch.
Temp for Healthy Growth
Transplant
2-3 feet
For best results, transplant corn plant during mid-spring to late-spring or mid-fall to late-fall for optimal root establishment. Choose a location with well-draining soil and indirect sunlight. Remember, corn plant appreciates consistency, so avoid unnecessary transplanting.
Transplant Techniques
Overwinter
5 - 45 ℃
Corn plant, native to tropical Africa, adapts to warmer climates, minimizing frost exposure. When winter drops below 50°F (10°C), corn plant surges into rest mode, which slows its growth but enables survival. Winter care involves reducing watering frequency and keeping it away from drafty windows to protect it from chilling temperatures. A sunny, insulated indoor spot helps corn plant comfortably navigate winter, ready for lush growth in spring.
Winter Techniques
Pruning
Winter
Known for its long, corn-like leaves and woody stalk, corn plant thrives with proper pruning. Remove dead or yellowing leaves by cutting close to the stem. Trim back unwanted height by cutting above leaf nodes at an angle. Best pruned in winter to promote healthier spring growth. This species benefits from pruning to foster a fuller appearance and manage size. Always use clean, sharp tools to prevent disease.
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Brown blotch yellow edge
Brown spot, a common fungal disease, can significantly affect Corn plant health, often leading to leaf drop and stunted growth. It's primarily caused by fungal pathogens, thrives in humid environments, and can be managed by good cultural practices and appropriate treatments.
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Leaf rot
Leaf rot is a common disease affecting Corn plant, characterized by discolored, droopy leaves and fungi presence. This disease, chiefly due to overwatering and poor soil drainage, negatively impacts the plant aesthetics and health by restricting nutrient absorption and stunting growth.
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Leaf blight
Leaf blight is a common plant disease that can severely impact Corn plant. It is characterized by the appearance of brown or yellow patches on the leaves, subsequently leading to leaf drop and overall weakening of the plant.
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Wilting
Wilting is a manifestation of stress caused by factors like overwatering, poor soil drainage, or pathogen attack. In the case of Corn plant, it can lead to the drooping of leaves, yellowing, or even total plant death if left untreated.
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Mealybugs
Mealybugs, or Pseudococcidae, significantly affect the health of Corn plant, leading to stunted growth, yellowing leaves, and overall plant decline. These sap-sucking insects cover the plant with a sugary substance, attracting other pests and promoting mold growth. Mealybugs can proliferate quickly if unchecked and create an extensive infestation.
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Feng shui direction
Southwest
Corn plant is believed to harmonize the energies in home environments due to its slow-growing nature and lush appearance. In Feng Shui, placing corn plant in the Southwest direction is believed to enhance relationship luck and strengthen bonds, as it resonates with the Earth element that is associated with love and stability.
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Seasonal Care Tips

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Seasonal Precautions

Because they are less cold resistant, too low temperature should be avoided in winter. When potted plants are placed indoors in winter, water can be sprayed on the leave surfaces in case of heating and low humidity.
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Tropical plants like your plant require some care in the spring.

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Early spring is the ideal time to remove any overgrowth and dead vines or branches.
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A monthly application of diluted all-purpose liquid fertilizer will encourage healthy growth and blooming. Make sure to apply the fertilizer before buds start appearing.
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Water whenever the top layer of soil is beginning to dry out.
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Move any container plants to a sunny location to strengthen growth.
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Carefully prune older, new growth for propagation. Coating the cutting in rooting hormone will help establish the new plant.

To encourage flowering or fruiting, the plant requires some care.

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Ensure the plant is receiving plenty of sunlight.
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Keep an eye out for diseases and pests in the summer.
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Watering frequency may also need increasing, depending on the amount of weekly rainfall.
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Continue fertilizing once or twice a month to support flowering or fruiting.
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Container plants receiving more than six or so hours of sunlight a day may require relocating to a partially shady location.
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New plants can be propagated from root or stem shoots. Carefully remove the cutting, coat in a rotting hormone powder, and plant in a container.

While your plant is growing in the fall, continue the monthly fertilization and make sure the plant receives the water and misting it needs to thrive.

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Keep the soil moist, watering whenever the soil becomes dry, and fertilize the plant monthly with a diluted, liquid, all-purpose fertilizer.
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Make sure your plant continues to take in bright sunlight through this season, which will help promote growth throughout the season.
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To propagate the plant, you can take cuttings at this time and repot them.
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Continue to watch out for pests and diseases, such as scales and mealybugs.

Continue to care for your plant during winter, even though it won’t need as much attention as during the months of active growth.

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Keep this plant indoors in freezing winter climates to best protect it and allow it to regrow during the spring.
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During the winter, your plant isn't greedy for water, but does require bright light. You can reduce watering to a minimum during this time.
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Keep the plant in bright sunlight even during the winter. Avoid feeding the plant during this restful season. Other than giving it some cold protection and sunlight, you can almost leave the plant to itself.
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Common Pests & Diseases

Common issues for Corn plant based on 10 million real cases
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Brown spot, a common fungal disease, can significantly affect Corn plant health, often leading to leaf drop and stunted growth. It's primarily caused by fungal pathogens, thrives in humid environments, and can be managed by good cultural practices and appropriate treatments.
Leaf rot
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Leaf rot
Leaf rot is a common disease affecting Corn plant, characterized by discolored, droopy leaves and fungi presence. This disease, chiefly due to overwatering and poor soil drainage, negatively impacts the plant aesthetics and health by restricting nutrient absorption and stunting growth.
Leaf blight
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Leaf blight
Leaf blight is a common plant disease that can severely impact Corn plant. It is characterized by the appearance of brown or yellow patches on the leaves, subsequently leading to leaf drop and overall weakening of the plant.
Wilting
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Wilting
Wilting is a manifestation of stress caused by factors like overwatering, poor soil drainage, or pathogen attack. In the case of Corn plant, it can lead to the drooping of leaves, yellowing, or even total plant death if left untreated.
Mealybugs
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Mealybugs
Mealybugs, or Pseudococcidae, significantly affect the health of Corn plant, leading to stunted growth, yellowing leaves, and overall plant decline. These sap-sucking insects cover the plant with a sugary substance, attracting other pests and promoting mold growth. Mealybugs can proliferate quickly if unchecked and create an extensive infestation.
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Brown spot
This infection can cause brown spots or patches to appear on the plant.
Solutions: In minor cases of brown spot, there isn’t any need to treat the disease. However, if much of the foliage is affected and defoliation occurs, the plant will benefit from getting rid of the infection. It is recommended to start by applying organic treatment options, working up to the more potent synthetic, chemical fungicides if necessary. Organic options won’t kill the fungus, but will prevent it from spreading. Dissolve ½ teaspoon of baking soda and one teaspoon of liquid soap in a gallon of water. Using a spray bottle, spray on tops and bottoms of leaves until the mixture drips off. Repeat every two weeks until existing spots stop enlarging and new spots no longer appear. Spray a copper-based fungicidal soap on the leaves, coating the top and bottom leaf surfaces. Reapply as directed on the product label. Copper penetrates the leaf surface and prevents germination of spores so the fungus cannot spread. Apply an all-purpose fungicide to the entire plant, following the label instructions carefully.
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Brown blotch yellow edge
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What is Brown blotch yellow edge Disease on Corn plant?
What is Brown blotch yellow edge Disease on Corn plant?
Brown spot, a common fungal disease, can significantly affect Corn plant health, often leading to leaf drop and stunted growth. It's primarily caused by fungal pathogens, thrives in humid environments, and can be managed by good cultural practices and appropriate treatments.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
Corn plant's displays symptoms like small, brown, oval spots on leaves. Over time, these spots grow larger, coalesce, killing the affected foliage. Eventually, this may cause leaf dropping and inhibit growth.
What Causes Brown blotch yellow edge Disease on Corn plant?
What Causes Brown blotch yellow edge Disease on Corn plant?
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Fungal Pathogens
Brown spot is primarily caused by Bipolaris and Alternaria species that thrive in conditions of excessive moisture and humidity.
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Environmental Factors
Conditions of high humidity, poor air circulation, and overcrowding can escalate the spread of brown spot disease.
How to Treat Brown blotch yellow edge Disease on Corn plant?
How to Treat Brown blotch yellow edge Disease on Corn plant?
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Non pesticide
Improve Cultural Practices: Maintain appropriate watering practices, ensure air circulation by spacing plants and pruning regularly, and remove infected parts promptly.

Use Resistant Varieties: Planting resistant Corn plant varieties can suppress the disease's development and progression.
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Pesticide
Use Fungicides: Apply fungicides, like copper-based ones, after removing infected parts. Reapply every 7-10 days until symptoms cease.
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Leaf rot
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What is Leaf rot Disease on Corn plant?
What is Leaf rot Disease on Corn plant?
Leaf rot is a common disease affecting Corn plant, characterized by discolored, droopy leaves and fungi presence. This disease, chiefly due to overwatering and poor soil drainage, negatively impacts the plant aesthetics and health by restricting nutrient absorption and stunting growth.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
Determinable symptoms of leaf rot on Corn plant include darkening, yellowing, wilting of leaves, and root decay. Fungi cause the plant's leaves to appear wet, slimy, and sometimes, develop a foul odor. Progressive stages witness leaf drop and plant death.
What Causes Leaf rot Disease on Corn plant?
What Causes Leaf rot Disease on Corn plant?
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Overwatering
Insufficient drainage leads to excessively moist soil conditions, encouraging fungal growth.
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Incorrect temperature
Extremely cold or hot temperatures foster the development of leaf rot diseases.
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Poor ventilation
Inadequate air circulation can trap moisture, promoting disease spread.
How to Treat Leaf rot Disease on Corn plant?
How to Treat Leaf rot Disease on Corn plant?
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Cultural control: Maintain proper water level, avoid oversaturation, use well-draining soil, and ensure appropriate temperature and ventilation.

Plant removal: Take out and discard infected plants to prevent disease spread.
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Pesticide
Chemical sprays: Apply broad-spectrum fungicides, following manufactures' instructions, to effectively control leaf rot diseases.

Systemic treatment: Use systemic fungicides to aid the plant in fighting off the infection.
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Leaf blight
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What is Leaf blight Disease on Corn plant?
What is Leaf blight Disease on Corn plant?
Leaf blight is a common plant disease that can severely impact Corn plant. It is characterized by the appearance of brown or yellow patches on the leaves, subsequently leading to leaf drop and overall weakening of the plant.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
Symptoms of leaf blight on Corn plant include yellowing or browning of leaves, often starting at the edges, eventual leaf wilting, and finally leaf drop. The progression of this disease can cause overall plant stress and stunting.
What Causes Leaf blight Disease on Corn plant?
What Causes Leaf blight Disease on Corn plant?
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Fungi
Fusarium or Alternaria species are the primary culprits causing Leaf blight, especially in wet and humid conditions.
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Weather Changes
Dramatic temperature fluctuations or enhanced humidity can foster spore development.
How to Treat Leaf blight Disease on Corn plant?
How to Treat Leaf blight Disease on Corn plant?
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Pruning: Remove the affected leaves to prevent further spread of the disease.

Improve Airflow: Keep the plant in a well-ventilated area to inhibit fungal growth.
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Pesticide
Fungicide Sprays: Application of copper or sulfur-based fungicides can control the disease.

Biological Control: Beneficial fungi like Trichoderma can be used to outcompete the leaf blight-causing fungi.
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What is Wilting Disease on Corn plant?
What is Wilting Disease on Corn plant?
Wilting is a manifestation of stress caused by factors like overwatering, poor soil drainage, or pathogen attack. In the case of Corn plant, it can lead to the drooping of leaves, yellowing, or even total plant death if left untreated.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
Wilting in Corn plant typically shows up as drooping of leaves which may also turn yellow. Stunted growth and a general decline in health may also be observed. In severe cases, plant death may occur.
What Causes Wilting Disease on Corn plant?
What Causes Wilting Disease on Corn plant?
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Overwatering
Drowning roots in water puts them under stress and deprives them of oxygen.
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Poor Soil Drainage
If water doesn't drain properly, excessive moisture can lead to rotting of roots.
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Fungi
Fungal pathogens such as Fusarium can infect the plant causing wilting.
How to Treat Wilting Disease on Corn plant?
How to Treat Wilting Disease on Corn plant?
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Watering Reduction: Limiting water supply can prevent further development of the disease.

Drainage Improvement: Enhancing soil drainage can alleviate waterlogging and reduce stress on the plant.
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Fungicide: Applying fungicide can help in controlling the spread of fungal pathogens causing wilting.

Anti-rot Medication: Roots rotted due to waterlogging can be treated with anti-rot medicines.
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What is Mealybugs Disease on Corn plant?
What is Mealybugs Disease on Corn plant?
Mealybugs, or Pseudococcidae, significantly affect the health of Corn plant, leading to stunted growth, yellowing leaves, and overall plant decline. These sap-sucking insects cover the plant with a sugary substance, attracting other pests and promoting mold growth. Mealybugs can proliferate quickly if unchecked and create an extensive infestation.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
Effects on Corn plant show as leaf yellowing and curling. The plant may exhibit stunted growth due to loss of vital sap. A clear sign of mealybugs is a cottony, waxy residue on the plant parts. Mold growth, due to the sugary residue, might also appear.
What Causes Mealybugs Disease on Corn plant?
What Causes Mealybugs Disease on Corn plant?
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Pests
Mealybugs are the primary cause of this disease. These insects extract the plant sap, causing a decline in the plant's overall health.
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Environmental conditions
Favorable conditions such as warm and dry environments can enhance the mealybug reproduction, leading to a quicker infestation.
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Lack of natural predators
In the absence of natural predators like parasitic wasps, ladybugs, and lacewings, mealybugs can multiply quickly.
How to Treat Mealybugs Disease on Corn plant?
How to Treat Mealybugs Disease on Corn plant?
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Physical removal: Use a water spray to wash off mealybugs from Corn plant.

Biological control: Introduce natural predators like lacewings or ladybugs to control the mealybug population.

Cultural control: Regularly prune and dispose of infected parts, maintain optimal plant health and resistance.
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Insecticidal soap: Spray Corn plant with insecticidal soaps which are effective against mealybugs.

Horticultural oils: These oils suffocate the pests, limiting their ability to breathe and reproduce.

Systemic insecticides: Consider applying these if infestation is severe, ensuring to follow label instructions.
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Brown spot
This infection can cause brown spots or patches to appear on the plant.
Overview
Overview
Discolored spots on the foliage of plants are one of the most common disease problems people observe. These spots are caused by fungal and bacterial diseases, with most infections related to a fungal pathogen.
Brown spot can occurs on all houseplants, flowering ornamentals, vegetable plants, and leaves of trees, bushes, and shrubs. No plants are resistant to it, and the problem is worse in warm, wet environments. It can occur at any point in the life stage as long as leaves are present.
Small brownish spots appear on the foliage and enlarge as the disease progresses. In severe cases, the plant or tree is weakened when the lesions interrupt photosynthesis or cause defoliation.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
In most cases, brown spot only affects a small percentage of the whole plant, appearing on a small amount of the leaves. A small infection only puts minor stress on the plant. However, if left untreated and the disease progresses over numerous seasons, it will severely impact the health and productivity of the infected specimen.
  • Sporulation begins (reproduction of the fungal spores), and tiny spots appear on leaves.
  • Placement is often random and scattered as diseases are spread through raindrops.
  • May appear on lower leaves and the interior of the plant where humidity is higher.
  • Brown spots enlarge and grow large enough to touch neighboring spots to form a more prominent blotch.
  • Leaf margins may turn yellow.
  • Tiny black dots (fruiting bodies of the fungi) appear in the dead spots.
  • Blotches grow in size until the entire leaf is brown.
  • The leaf falls off the plant.
Severe Symptoms
  • Partial or complete premature defoliation
  • Reduced growth
  • Increased susceptibility to pests and other diseases
Disease Cause
Disease Cause
Brown spot, or leaf spot, is a common descriptive term given to several diseases affecting the leaves of plants and trees. Around 85% of diseases exhibiting leaf spots are due to fungus or fungus-like organisms. Sometimes brown spot is caused by a bacterial infection, or insect activity with similar symptoms.
When conditions are warm and the leaf surfaces are wet, fungal spores being transported by wind or rain land on the surface and cling to it. They do not rupture the cell walls but grow in the space between the plant plasma membrane and the plant cell wall. As the spores reproduce, they release toxins and enzymes that cause necrotic spots (i.e., dead tissue) on the leaves, allowing the fungi to consume the products released when the cells degrade.
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Corn Plant and Their Toxicity

Toxic to Dogs
Toxic to Dogs
Saponin, a chemical found in the leaves of corn plant (Dracaena fragrans) is moderately toxic to dogs. Ingestion can cause vomiting (sometimes with blood), diarrhea, excessive drool, and the dog may appear depressed and weak. This poisoning can also cause difficulty breathing and an increase in heart rate, which would warrant a call to the vet. Your dog may encounter this common houseplant in homes or offices.
Toxic to Cats
Toxic to Cats
Severely toxic to pets, corn plant (Dracaena fragrans) stores in its leaves a chemical known as saponin. Cats who ingest the leaves of this plant may suffer diarrhea, weakness, drooling and other such symptoms. Medical help should be sought without delay, as there is a risk for severe dehydration which could result in death without treatment.
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Who Is Most at Risk of Plant Poisoning?
Your pets like cats and dogs can be poisoned by them as well!
1
Do not let your lovely pets eat any parts, nor contact with the sap of toxic or unknown plants;
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It’s better to kill those growing around your house. Wear long-sleeved shirts, pants and gloves with sharp tools to dig it out completely;
3
Clean the tools with rubbing alcohol or soap and water but do not do that with bare hands;
4
Clean your hands and skin once exposed to plants with soap and water;
5
Consider using barrier creams that contain bentoquatam to prevent poison oak, ivy and sumac rashes;
6
Dump it in special trash cans in sealed garbage packages, and do not let your pets reach it;Do not let your lovely pets eat any parts, nor contact with the sap of toxic or unknown plants;
7
If you take your pets to hike with you in the wild, please don’t let them eat any plants that you don’t know;
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Once your pets eat, touch or inhale anything from toxic plants and act abnormally, please call the doctors for help ASAP!
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Pets
Some pets are less likely than children to eat and touch just about everything. This is good, as a pet owner. However, you know your pet best, and it is up to you to keep them safe. There are plenty of poisonous weeds that can grow within the confines of your lawn, which might make your dogs or cats ill or worse if they eat them. Try to have an idea of what toxic plants grow in your area and keep them under control and your pets away from them.
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Common Toxic Houseplants
Common Toxic Houseplants
When it comes to decorating a house, there is nothing more refreshing than adding some beautiful houseplants. Some common house plants can also be toxic.

Aloe

aloe
Aloe is famous for its sunburn-soothing properties and its gorgeous desert design. However, many people do not realize that the latex the aloe vera plant produces can be mildly toxic to pets and children.

The latex contains a chemical compound known as saponin. Which when ingested, can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and low blood sugar. This, if left unchecked, can lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. The proper response is to contact poison control or a veterinarian to know what to do in your particular circumstance if either your child or pet consumes aloe.

The latex of the plant is similar to the sap of the tree. It is inside the leaf, but sticks mainly toward the edges. If aloe gel is prepared properly it should be safe for use, but be sure to apply it only topically when treating burns.

Philodendron

Philodendron
Philodendron, also known as sweetheart vine, has become a resident at many houses and even businesses. They are glossy green and the leaves elegantly split, displaying interesting designs. Behind this beauty there is a needle-like toxin called calcium oxalate crystals.

These crystals are held within the plant and only affect you, your pets, or your loved ones if the plant tissue is broken. If ingested, the crystals can cause severe swelling, difficulty breathing, stomach pain, burning and pain. If they are accidentally caught on the skin, they can cause skin irritation.

If anyone accidentally ingests philodendron and they find it difficult to breathe or their tongue starts to swell up, it is important to seek medical attention immediately to avoid suffocation. If you have very young children or pets who have a tendency to tear at plants, keep them away from any philodendrons.

Peace Lily

Peace Lily
Peace lilies produce stunningly white flowers that bring to mind peace and serenity. This is one reason they are invited into our homes and given a place to stay. However, similar to philodendrons, the peace lily contains oxalate crystals known as raphides.

The raphides, once ingested, will cause swelling and burning sensations and can also cause skin irritation. Both pets and humans can get these symptoms so it is important to keep these plants from anyone who is likely to tear or chew it. Symptoms can become dire if the raphides cause the tongue and throat to swell to a point where the person or pet is having difficulty breathing. Seek proper medical attention if this is the case.

Snake Plant

Snake Plant
The snake plant is an interesting and popular house plant. Its stark architecture and wavy coloring has made it a fan favorite. This plant too, however, is toxic when ingested or if the sap touches your skin.

Snake plant sap will cause rashes if it comes into contact with your skin. In addition, it will cause diarrhea and vomiting when ingested. Again these symptoms are very serious and would be best avoided by keeping snake plants out of reach or by choosing a different houseplant.
Common Toxic Garden Plants
Common Toxic Garden Plants

Daffodil

Daffodil
Daffodils are a strikingly colorful flower. This can sometimes bring them much attention not from just onlooking adults but children as well. Since kids are more drawn to colorful objects, they may have a higher chance of just grabbing the flower and eating it. Adults have also been known to accidentally grab daffodil bulbs instead of onions.

Why are these mistakes so dangerous? Daffodils contain lycorine, which can induce nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. It also contains oxalates which can cause swelling and pain. The symptoms can be worse in animals, because if your pets eat daffodils they may experience drowsiness, low blood pressure or even liver damage.

Make sure to call poison control when these symptoms set in. The vomiting and diarrhea have been known to go away after 3 hours, but it is better to be safe than sorry. Ingesting liquids to keep hydration up can be important. If the patient is having difficulty breathing, seek medical attention immediately.

Hydrangea

Hydrangea
Hydrangeas are unique, with their soft blue and pink flowers. They are a great addition to any garden, but should not be snacked on—not that you would want to. Hydrangeas can be especially nasty because they contain compounds known as glycosides. These will release hydrogen cyanide into the bloodstream when consumed. This will block your body’s ability to uptake oxygen to the cells in your body.

The way to combat this kind of poisoning is through getting IVs from the vet or doctor. It is important to contact your medical professional immediately since the symptoms can be fatal within minutes or hours.

Rhododendrons

Rhododendrons
Rhododendron, the state flower of Washington, is also toxic. The multitudinous, pink flowers can be quite dangerous. All parts of this plant are toxic, the leaves and seeds more so than the flowers. However, even the nectar of the flower is toxic and in the Mediterranean, where rhododendrons grow in more dense quantities, the honey from bees who gather rhododendron nectar can be poisonous.

Normally kids and pets do not eat enough to experience the full poisoning effect. However, just eating two leaves is enough to be considered dangerous. The grayanotoxin glycosides within the rhododendron can cause vomiting, diarrhea and irregular heartbeats. Things can get very serious when too much rhododendron is consumed and can lead to necessary medical intervention.

Start by calling poison control first if you suspect anyone has been munching on rhododendrons. The experts there will be able to help guide you through the necessary processes to cure your loved one.

Rhubarb

Rhubarb
Yummy rhubarb has a nasty side to it. While the stems are used in many recipes, including for rhubarb strawberry pie, the leaves are toxic. They contain oxalic acid which is known to blister the mouth, cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and kidney stones. The leaves are known to be more toxic to pets than humans, but in either case, it is important to contact poison control immediately to figure out necessary steps to cure the patient.
Common Toxic Weeds in the Yard
Common Toxic Weeds in the Yard

Bittersweet Nightshade

Bittersweet Nightshade
Nightshade is an invasive, noxious weed that is extremely poisonous. It has been found along the East and West Coast of the U.S. It makes its home in areas with disturbed soil. This could be near your garden or areas that have recently had bushes/trees put in.

These plants are dark green with purple flowers that develop into bright red berries. The whole plant is toxic and should be avoided by pets and children alike. If ingested it can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The colorful berries are especially enticing to young children. If you see any plants that look similar to tomato or pepper plants that you did not plant in your yard, it is best to just pull them immediately.

Call poison control immediately if you think someone has fallen victim to nightshade.

Buttercups

Buttercups
Buttercups are found throughout the United States, especially in wet areas. The shiny, yellow flowers will pop up in the springtime, accompanying their dandelion friends. However, unlike dandelions, buttercups are not edible.

Buttercups will release a compound called protoanemonin. This toxin is known to cause vomiting, diarrhea, bloody stool, hypersalivation, depression, blisters, and more. These symptoms will affect both humans and animals. The sap may also cause irritation when it comes into contact with skin. These yellow flowers are dangerous and children should be observed cautiously when around them.

Foxgloves

Foxgloves
Foxgloves are beautiful plants that build towers out of vivid purple bell-shaped blossoms. They are very pretty to look at, but they contain a compound known as digoxin. This chemical is used in certain medicines to help people with certain heart conditions. However, the medicine is made by specialists, whereas someone eating foxgloves will receive unregulated amounts of the chemical.

This toxin can make you vomit and lower your heartbeat. This often causes dizziness and faintness. It is extremely important to call poison control immediately to know what to do in the case of foxglove poisoning. Some people have confused the young leaves of foxglove with borage, making adult foragers at risk as well as kids and pets.
How to Tend to or Get Rid of Toxic Plants
How to Tend to or Get Rid of Toxic Plants
Now that you know where to start with toxic plant identification, let us discuss how to either tend to the poisonous plants you decide to keep or get rid of them that plague your yard.

How to Tend to Poisonous Plants

Many plants that are toxic when ingested are also skin irritants. The philodendron is a good example of this. When the sap comes into contact with skin, it can cause a rash to form. To help protect yourself when tending to toxic plants, it is important to wear some sort of gloves.
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Latex gloves may be the best solution due to their disposability. Regular gloves could potentially keep the poisonous sap on their surface. If the gloves aren’t cleaned then you could accidentally touch the irritant or pass it to someone else.

In addition you will want to plan where to keep your deadly beauties. If you have a toxic indoor plant try to keep it up high or out of reach of children and pets. This will keep accidents few and far between. Another idea is keeping your plants in areas that are usually inaccessible to children or pets. Areas such as an office, study room, or guest bedroom could be good locations. If applicable, you could also set up a terrarium for your little plant baby, making it more difficult for curious hands or paws to access.
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If you plan to have outdoor plants, location will be key. You will want to put plants in an area that will be inaccessible to children, pets and even wild animals. You will probably want to avoid planting the plants in the front of your house if kids walk by on a regular basis, just to be cautious. Having the plants behind a fence will be best, but use your discretion when choosing a spot.

How to Get Rid of Poisonous Plants

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The easiest but possibly most controversial way to get rid of poisonous plants is by using herbicides. This can be especially easy if you own a grass lawn and use an herbicide that targets broadleaf (non-grass) species. You can find many herbicides meant for yard use by simply searching the term online. Once you have purchased the herbicide you will want to make sure to follow the label posted on the container. If you follow the instructions precisely, then everything should run smoothly for you.

If you don’t plan on using herbicides, there are a few organic methods you can use to try to get rid of toxic plants. You can manually pull the plants out of the ground. This is probably one of the most difficult methods because there is no assurance that you will get the whole plant out this way.

You can also try pouring boiling hot water or spraying white vinegar on the target plants. This may take more time than using a synthetic herbicide, but you can feel a little better about using these products.

You can also try to use wood chips to cover a certain area where you do not want anything to grow. This will not stop all the weeds, but the few that make it through can be easily picked by hand.
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Who Is Most at Risk of Plant Poisoning?
Everyone should keep the following in mind to prevent being poisoned:
1
Do not eat any parts, nor contact with the sap of toxic or unknown plants;
2
If you need to kill it, wear long-sleeved shirts, pants and gloves with sharp tools to dig it out completely;
3
Clean the tools with rubbing alcohol or soap and water but do not do that with bare hands;
4
Clean your hands and skin once exposed to plants with soap and water;
5
Consider using barrier creams that contain bentoquatam to prevent poison oak, ivy and sumac rashes;
6
Dump it in special trash cans in sealed garbage packages;
7
Wear properly when you hiking or working in the wilderness. Long pants, long sleeves, gloves, hiking shoes, etc., that protect you from being hurt by any plants;
8
Once you or your family aren’t feeling well after eating, touching or inhaling anything from toxic plants, please call your doctor for help ASAP!
Outdoor Workers
Outdoor Workers and Recreationalists
Those who enjoy the outdoors either as a hobby or as part of their work will rarely see a plant and decide to munch on it (although the scenario is not unheard of). However, they do tend to deal with moving through and brushing aside plants. These people are more at risk of being poisoned by touching toxic plants than by ingesting them.
Outdoor Workers
Foragers
Foragers
Foraging for food and medicinal plants is a desirable skill among people who want to feel at one with the land. This hobby can be very useful and enjoyable, but if done wrong , it can lead to disastrous effects. People who forage are picking and grabbing plants with the full intention of using those plants, most of the time to ingest them.
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Children
Children
While outdoor workers are more likely to touch poison and foragers are more likely to ingest poison, children can easily do both. These bundles of joy just love to run around and explore the world. They enjoy touching things and occasionally shoving random stuff in their mouth; this is a terrible combination with toxic plants in the mix.
If you let your children run about, it is important to know what are the local toxic plants that they could accidentally get into. Try to educate the children and steer them away from where the toxic plants are located.
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Common Toxic Houseplants
Common Toxic Houseplants
When it comes to decorating a house, there is nothing more refreshing than adding some beautiful houseplants. Some common house plants can also be toxic.

Aloe

aloe
Aloe is famous for its sunburn-soothing properties and its gorgeous desert design. However, many people do not realize that the latex the aloe vera plant produces can be mildly toxic to pets and children.

The latex contains a chemical compound known as saponin. Which when ingested, can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and low blood sugar. This, if left unchecked, can lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. The proper response is to contact poison control or a veterinarian to know what to do in your particular circumstance if either your child or pet consumes aloe.

The latex of the plant is similar to the sap of the tree. It is inside the leaf, but sticks mainly toward the edges. If aloe gel is prepared properly it should be safe for use, but be sure to apply it only topically when treating burns.

Philodendron

Philodendron
Philodendron, also known as sweetheart vine, has become a resident at many houses and even businesses. They are glossy green and the leaves elegantly split, displaying interesting designs. Behind this beauty there is a needle-like toxin called calcium oxalate crystals.

These crystals are held within the plant and only affect you, your pets, or your loved ones if the plant tissue is broken. If ingested, the crystals can cause severe swelling, difficulty breathing, stomach pain, burning and pain. If they are accidentally caught on the skin, they can cause skin irritation.

If anyone accidentally ingests philodendron and they find it difficult to breathe or their tongue starts to swell up, it is important to seek medical attention immediately to avoid suffocation. If you have very young children or pets who have a tendency to tear at plants, keep them away from any philodendrons.

Peace Lily

Peace Lily
Peace lilies produce stunningly white flowers that bring to mind peace and serenity. This is one reason they are invited into our homes and given a place to stay. However, similar to philodendrons, the peace lily contains oxalate crystals known as raphides.

The raphides, once ingested, will cause swelling and burning sensations and can also cause skin irritation. Both pets and humans can get these symptoms so it is important to keep these plants from anyone who is likely to tear or chew it. Symptoms can become dire if the raphides cause the tongue and throat to swell to a point where the person or pet is having difficulty breathing. Seek proper medical attention if this is the case.

Snake Plant

Snake Plant
The snake plant is an interesting and popular house plant. Its stark architecture and wavy coloring has made it a fan favorite. This plant too, however, is toxic when ingested or if the sap touches your skin.

Snake plant sap will cause rashes if it comes into contact with your skin. In addition, it will cause diarrhea and vomiting when ingested. Again these symptoms are very serious and would be best avoided by keeping snake plants out of reach or by choosing a different houseplant.
Common Toxic Garden Plants
Common Toxic Garden Plants

Daffodil

Daffodil
Daffodils are a strikingly colorful flower. This can sometimes bring them much attention not from just onlooking adults but children as well. Since kids are more drawn to colorful objects, they may have a higher chance of just grabbing the flower and eating it. Adults have also been known to accidentally grab daffodil bulbs instead of onions.

Why are these mistakes so dangerous? Daffodils contain lycorine, which can induce nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. It also contains oxalates which can cause swelling and pain. The symptoms can be worse in animals, because if your pets eat daffodils they may experience drowsiness, low blood pressure or even liver damage.

Make sure to call poison control when these symptoms set in. The vomiting and diarrhea have been known to go away after 3 hours, but it is better to be safe than sorry. Ingesting liquids to keep hydration up can be important. If the patient is having difficulty breathing, seek medical attention immediately.

Hydrangea

Hydrangea
Hydrangeas are unique, with their soft blue and pink flowers. They are a great addition to any garden, but should not be snacked on—not that you would want to. Hydrangeas can be especially nasty because they contain compounds known as glycosides. These will release hydrogen cyanide into the bloodstream when consumed. This will block your body’s ability to uptake oxygen to the cells in your body.

The way to combat this kind of poisoning is through getting IVs from the vet or doctor. It is important to contact your medical professional immediately since the symptoms can be fatal within minutes or hours.

Rhododendrons

Rhododendrons
Rhododendron, the state flower of Washington, is also toxic. The multitudinous, pink flowers can be quite dangerous. All parts of this plant are toxic, the leaves and seeds more so than the flowers. However, even the nectar of the flower is toxic and in the Mediterranean, where rhododendrons grow in more dense quantities, the honey from bees who gather rhododendron nectar can be poisonous.

Normally kids and pets do not eat enough to experience the full poisoning effect. However, just eating two leaves is enough to be considered dangerous. The grayanotoxin glycosides within the rhododendron can cause vomiting, diarrhea and irregular heartbeats. Things can get very serious when too much rhododendron is consumed and can lead to necessary medical intervention.

Start by calling poison control first if you suspect anyone has been munching on rhododendrons. The experts there will be able to help guide you through the necessary processes to cure your loved one.

Rhubarb

Rhubarb
Yummy rhubarb has a nasty side to it. While the stems are used in many recipes, including for rhubarb strawberry pie, the leaves are toxic. They contain oxalic acid which is known to blister the mouth, cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and kidney stones. The leaves are known to be more toxic to pets than humans, but in either case, it is important to contact poison control immediately to figure out necessary steps to cure the patient.
Common Toxic Weeds in the Yard
Common Toxic Weeds in the Yard

Bittersweet Nightshade

Bittersweet Nightshade
Nightshade is an invasive, noxious weed that is extremely poisonous. It has been found along the East and West Coast of the U.S. It makes its home in areas with disturbed soil. This could be near your garden or areas that have recently had bushes/trees put in.

These plants are dark green with purple flowers that develop into bright red berries. The whole plant is toxic and should be avoided by pets and children alike. If ingested it can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The colorful berries are especially enticing to young children. If you see any plants that look similar to tomato or pepper plants that you did not plant in your yard, it is best to just pull them immediately.

Call poison control immediately if you think someone has fallen victim to nightshade.

Buttercups

Buttercups
Buttercups are found throughout the United States, especially in wet areas. The shiny, yellow flowers will pop up in the springtime, accompanying their dandelion friends. However, unlike dandelions, buttercups are not edible.

Buttercups will release a compound called protoanemonin. This toxin is known to cause vomiting, diarrhea, bloody stool, hypersalivation, depression, blisters, and more. These symptoms will affect both humans and animals. The sap may also cause irritation when it comes into contact with skin. These yellow flowers are dangerous and children should be observed cautiously when around them.

Foxgloves

Foxgloves
Foxgloves are beautiful plants that build towers out of vivid purple bell-shaped blossoms. They are very pretty to look at, but they contain a compound known as digoxin. This chemical is used in certain medicines to help people with certain heart conditions. However, the medicine is made by specialists, whereas someone eating foxgloves will receive unregulated amounts of the chemical.

This toxin can make you vomit and lower your heartbeat. This often causes dizziness and faintness. It is extremely important to call poison control immediately to know what to do in the case of foxglove poisoning. Some people have confused the young leaves of foxglove with borage, making adult foragers at risk as well as kids and pets.
How to Tend to or Get Rid of Toxic Plants
How to Tend to or Get Rid of Toxic Plants
Now that you know where to start with toxic plant identification, let us discuss how to either tend to the poisonous plants you decide to keep or get rid of them that plague your yard.

How to Tend to Poisonous Plants

Many plants that are toxic when ingested are also skin irritants. The philodendron is a good example of this. When the sap comes into contact with skin, it can cause a rash to form. To help protect yourself when tending to toxic plants, it is important to wear some sort of gloves.
Tend
Latex gloves may be the best solution due to their disposability. Regular gloves could potentially keep the poisonous sap on their surface. If the gloves aren’t cleaned then you could accidentally touch the irritant or pass it to someone else.

In addition you will want to plan where to keep your deadly beauties. If you have a toxic indoor plant try to keep it up high or out of reach of children and pets. This will keep accidents few and far between. Another idea is keeping your plants in areas that are usually inaccessible to children or pets. Areas such as an office, study room, or guest bedroom could be good locations. If applicable, you could also set up a terrarium for your little plant baby, making it more difficult for curious hands or paws to access.
tend2
If you plan to have outdoor plants, location will be key. You will want to put plants in an area that will be inaccessible to children, pets and even wild animals. You will probably want to avoid planting the plants in the front of your house if kids walk by on a regular basis, just to be cautious. Having the plants behind a fence will be best, but use your discretion when choosing a spot.

How to Get Rid of Poisonous Plants

plants
The easiest but possibly most controversial way to get rid of poisonous plants is by using herbicides. This can be especially easy if you own a grass lawn and use an herbicide that targets broadleaf (non-grass) species. You can find many herbicides meant for yard use by simply searching the term online. Once you have purchased the herbicide you will want to make sure to follow the label posted on the container. If you follow the instructions precisely, then everything should run smoothly for you.

If you don’t plan on using herbicides, there are a few organic methods you can use to try to get rid of toxic plants. You can manually pull the plants out of the ground. This is probably one of the most difficult methods because there is no assurance that you will get the whole plant out this way.

You can also try pouring boiling hot water or spraying white vinegar on the target plants. This may take more time than using a synthetic herbicide, but you can feel a little better about using these products.

You can also try to use wood chips to cover a certain area where you do not want anything to grow. This will not stop all the weeds, but the few that make it through can be easily picked by hand.
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More About Corn Plant

Plant Type
Plant Type
Shrub, Tree
Lifespan
Lifespan
Perennial
Spread
Spread
1 m
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Summer
Flower Color
Flower Color
White
Yellow
Green
Leaf Color
Leaf Color
Green
Variegated
Yellow
White
Flower Size
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Plant Height
Plant Height
4.5 to 15 m

Name story

Corn plant
The stem of this plant is very similar to that of a corn, so it is called the corn plant.
Fragrant dracaena
If the surface of its trunk is cut, it oozes red blood-like syrup like a bleeding dracaena, which is a Latin term for a female dragon. In addition, its flowers give out a fragrant scent which also contributes to its name fragrant dracaena.

Usages

Garden Use
You can grow corn plant in pots and containers, either as decoration indoors or on outdoor patios. Its most popular garden use is in Mediterranean gardens. Its showy, vibrant green coloring fits well with the aesthetic of this gardening style. Beginner gardeners can easily grow these hardy plants, either outdoors or in a pot.
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Common Problems

Why do the leaf margins turn yellow and shrivel?

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It may be that the air humidity is too low. Corn plant are native to tropical/subtropical zone and like a warm and humid environment. At ordinary time, spraying may be added to humidify the surrounding environment of the plants.

Why do the leaves turn yellow or even fall?

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It may be that there is too much water and poor drainage. Compared with other indoor plants, corn plant require less water. Watering once a week is enough and they may be watered again until the surface soil of the pot is dry. Remember to drain the excessive water in the tray under the pot 30min after complete watering and use loose and water-permeable soils for cultivation.

Why do dark spots or yellow edges appear on the leaf surfaces?

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If white eggs appear on the leaf back, it may be infected by spider mites. Otherwise, they could be caused by the fluoride in tap water. In case of no serious infection of spider mites, the leaves can be washed with water repeatedly. Corn plant are sensitive to the fluoride in tap water, so it is recommended to use collected rainwater or pure water. Alternatively, the tap water may be stored in a container for one night, and watering can be done after the fluoride is reduced.

How to control the plant height?

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The filtered light, water and fertilizer may be reduced properly. In spring, the plants can be cut to the required height with sharp gardening scissors (loppers). Remember to reserve bud points under the cut. Properly prune the plant roots when replacing the pot or soil and use a proper pot to limit the growth.
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Caring for a New Plant

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The following pictures and instructions for tropical plant are aimed to help your plants adapt and thrive in a new environment.
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Picking a Healthy Tropical Plant
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Check Its Health

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Whole Plant
Symmetrical crown, evenly distributed branches, full and compact shape, no excessive growth, close internodes, and uniform leaf size.
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Branches
The branches are not withered, and the trunk is free of boreholes or damage.
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Leaves
Check the inside of the plant, shaded and overlapping areas, back of leaves. Even colour, no yellowing, no brown spots, no crawling insects, no cobwebs, no deformities, no wilting.
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Stems
No mold, browning or soft rot at the base of the plant.
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Health Troubleshooting

Whole Plant
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more 1 Asymmetrical crown or missing, uneven branching: prune the weak and slender branches of the larger portion of the asymmetrical crown, then trim the overgrown larger branches.
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more 2 Internodes are longer in the upper part, leaves are sparse and smaller on top: increase light intensity or duration.
Branches
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more 1 Dry branches: check if the branch is still alive by peeling back a small section of bark and trim away any dry branches. Watch out for signs of insect infestation inside the branch.
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more 2 Bark with holes: inject insecticide into the holes and apply systemic insecticide to the roots.
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more 3 Damaged bark: brush on a wound-healing agent, and avoid getting it wet.
Stems
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Mildew, browning, or soft rot at the base: place the plant in a ventilated, dry environment and water with fungicide.
Leaves
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more 1 Uneven leaf color and yellowing: prune yellow leaves and check if there are signs of rot at the base of the plant. Spray with fungicide for severe cases.
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more 2 Brown spots or small yellow spots: place the plant in a ventilated area and avoid watering the leaves. Spray with fungicide for severe cases.
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more 3 Tiny crawling insects on the back of leaves or spider webs between leaves: increase light exposure and spray with insecticide for severe cases.
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more 4 Deformations or missing parts on leaves: determine if it's physical damage or pest infestation. Linear or tearing damage is physical, while the rest are pests. Spray with insecticide.
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more 5 Wilting leaves: provide partial shade and avoid excessive sun exposure. Remove 1/3 to 1/2 of the leaves for severe cases.
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Check Its Growing Conditions

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Soil Check
Soil should smell fresh like after a rain and no musty odor.
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Light Check
Check the light requirement of the plant and if it match with planting location.
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Ventilation Check
Ensure good ventilation.
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Temperature Check
Check if the current outdoor temperature is too low or too high.
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Condition Troubleshooting

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Soil
Potting mix soil, Peat moss mix soil
Soil smells musty or foul: check the root system for decay, place the plant in a ventilated, dry environment, and water with fungicide.
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Suitable Light
Partial sun, Full sun
Insufficient light: Indoor plants can handle reduced light but not full shade. Periodically moving the plant to a sunnier spot can help compensate for nutrient depletion in dim conditions.
Transplant recovery: Shade, place in bright diffused light. Gradually increase light after 3 days without wilting. If transplanted/repotted or lost leaves, shade for a week. Increase light if yellowing and leaf drop occur.
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Ideal Temperature
10℃ to 35℃
Temperature is too low or too high: Indoors usually meets plant needs. Don't place outside below 50℉ (10℃) or above 86℉ (30℃).
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Ventilation
Well Ventilated
Non-ventilated environment: can lead to root rot, diseases, and flower drop. Place plants in a well-ventilated location, such as a window.
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Adapting Your New Tropical Plant
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Transplanting is possible but not necessary. Clean the roots by removing any rotten or blackened roots. Be careful when removing the plant from its pot to keep the root system intact and avoid spreading the soil. If the roots are too tangled, gently spread them out and trim as needed. For planting, mix a small amount of well-rotted organic fertilizer into the bottom of the soil. Use loose and airy floral soil for planting and press the soil down slightly after planting. Water the soil promptly and thoroughly after planting.
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Not usually needed. Cut off yellow or diseased leaves and crowded leaves that appear wilted or falling.
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Increase watering in the first week to keep soil moist. Water when soil is slightly dry, for at least 2 weeks. Avoid over-watering. Do not water when there is water on your fingers after touching the soil.
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Add a small amount of base fertilizer during transplanting or repotting. No other fertilizer needed for the first month.
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Clean roots, avoid soil spreading, use organic fertilizer, plant in loose soil, water thoroughly.
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Pruning
Cut off yellow or diseased leaves and crowded leaves that appear wilted or falling.
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Watering
Water new plants more often for 2 weeks. Avoid over/under watering by checking the soil.
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Fertilizing
Add base fertilizer during transplanting. No other fertilizer is needed for the first month.
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Regular sun exposure for indoor plants. Shade after transplanting/repotting, then gradually increase light if there is no wilting. Increase light if yellowing and leaf drop occur.
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Repotting
Clean roots, avoid soil spreading, use organic fertilizer, plant in loose soil, water thoroughly.
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Pruning
Cut off yellow or diseased leaves and crowded leaves that appear wilted or falling.
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Watering
Water new plants more often for 2 weeks. Avoid over/under watering by checking the soil.
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Fertilizing
Add base fertilizer during transplanting. No other fertilizer is needed for the first month.
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Regular sun exposure for indoor plants. Shade after transplanting/repotting, then gradually increase light if there is no wilting. Increase light if yellowing and leaf drop occur.
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How to Care for Corn Plant

Corn plant (Dracaena fragrans) is an evergreen, slow-growing perennial shrub native to tropical Africa. Also, it is a classic houseplant, grown in Europe since the 1800s. Its glossy green foliage that resembles corn leaves grow on top of a thick cane, which is why the plant is sometimes called “false palm tree.”
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How to Water Corn plant?

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Compared with other indoor plants, corn plant requires less water. Watering once a week is enough and they may be watered again until the surface soil of the pot is dry. A tray should be placed under the pot. It is required to water the plants slowly until the water flows out from the pot bottom, and then drain the excessive water in the tray after 30 min. Too much water and poor drainage may cause the leaves to fall. At ordinary time, appropriate water mists can be sprayed toward the leaves to increase the ambient humidity and prevent the leave edges from drying.
It should be noted that corn plant is sensitive to the fluoride in tap water. With long-term use of tap water, there may be dark spots or yellow edges on their leaves, so it is recommended to use collected rainwater or pure water. Alternatively, the tap water may be stored in a container for one night, and watering can be done after the fluoride is reduced.
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How to Fertilize Corn plant?

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Corn plant has little demand for nutrients. With available conditions, they can be fertilized once every two weeks in spring and summer. It is enough to fertilize them once a month in fall and no fertilization is required in winter. General water-soluble fertilizers can be applied and each time of fertilization should be subject to the recommended dosage on the package.
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Corn plant typically have ornamental leaves that can add a sense of lushness to your living spaces. With the right care, that foliage will maintain a consistent color and look healthy all year long. However, an important part of a proper care routine for a Corn plant is fertilization. If you don't know when and how to fertilize a Corn plant, there is a good chance that your plant may begin to decline or at least fail to live up to its full potential. As such, the following sections will introduce you to how to feed a Corn plant the right way.
The primary reason why Corn plant needs regular fertilization is that they have showy leaves that require a lot of energy to produce and maintain. The challenge is that your Corn plant must not only allot enough energy to keep its leaves in good shape, but it must also find enough energy to support the growth of its stems, branches, roots, and all its other vital structures. If you neglect fertilization, there are two outcomes that are likely to take place. The first is that the leaves of your Corn plant will begin to lose their natural color or texture while looking somewhat unhealthy overall, which detracts greatly from its ornamental appeal. The other outcome is that your Corn plant will begin to slow its growth overall or produce weak growth that could be prone to breakage.
Corn plant will benefit from occasionally feedings , which is why you do not need to set a standard feeding schedule upon planting one of these plants. One of the easiest ways to fertilize your Corn plant is to simply apply your fertilizer when you water this plant sometimes. During the growing season, your Corn plant will also need a decent amount of water. You could feed this plant once every two-three weeks. This feeding rate should continue during the entire time that your plant is producing new growth.
The fertilizer for a Corn plant has a specific blend of nutrients, each of which is present in relatively low amounts. An ideal fertilizer will have an N-P-K ratio of 3-1-2. However, a general-purpose fertilizer that has an even blend of nutrients can work well in some cases. Still, even when using a balanced fertilizer, the ratio number representing the volume of each nutrient should be at 3 or lower. The fertilizer you use can be either granular or liquid based. If you choose to use a liquid-based fertilizer, it is often best to dilute the strength by half. While there is not much downside to granular fertilizer, it is often most sensible to use liquid fertilizer, especially if you feed your Corn plant while you supply water.
One of the easiest ways to fertilize a Corn plant is to feed it anytime that you water it. To perform this method, gather your fertilizer and a water container, such as a watering can. Then mix the fertilizer with water to dilute its strength. Then, simply pour the water with the fertilizer onto the soil and allow it to soak down to the roots. Alternatively, you could use a granular fertilizer. If you use a granular fertilizer, all you need to do is sprinkle some of the fertilizer on the soil in which your Corn plant lives. Granular fertilizers are usually slow-release fertilizers which means you won't need to fertilize as often as you would with a liquid fertilizer. In either case, it is beneficial to water while you feed your Corn plant.
The signs of improper fertilization for a Corn plant should become obvious relatively quickly. Overfertilization is specifically harmful to this plant, and it can cause several visible signs. The most common signs are browning leaf margins, yellowing leaves, wilting leaves, excess fertilizer build-up in the soil, and loss of foliage.
Corn plant are also vulnerable to a complication known as fertilizer burn, in which a plant receives too many nutrients, which causes the roots to dry out and cease their main function. However, if you give your Corn plant water while you feed it, it is far less likely that fertilizer burn will occur.
Throughout most of the year, it is permissible to maintain a regular fertilization schedule for your Corn plant. During the active growing season of spring, summer, and early fall. However, during the winter, this plant should not receive fertilizer at all.
During winter, Corn plant will enter a dormant growth phase. In that phase, the plant will either put forth no new growth or very little new growth. That lack of active growth means that your Corn plant will be using less energy overall, which is why fertilization is not needed at that time.
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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Corn plant?

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Corn plant require a growth environment with sufficient filtered lights. Direct sunlight should be avoided, because it may burn the leaves. It is suggested to put them at a certain distance from the window. If the light is too weak, it may grow poorly. They can also survive in a partially-shady outdoor area, for example the shade of tall trees.
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How to Prune Corn plant?

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Pruning is seldom needed for corn plant . The old leaves under the stem will wither naturally and it only requires removing them in time; and new leaves will grow continuously. When the plants are tall, their height can be controlled by pruning. Pruning is generally done in spring with sharp gardening scissors (branch scissors) or knives to prune corn plant to the required height. The bud points should be reserved under the cut and new leaves will grow out several weeks later.
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What is the Ideal Temperature Range for Corn plant?

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Corn plant, native to the subtropical region, likes a warm and humid environment. The temperature suitable for its growth is 16 to 26 ℃. It's less cold resistant and may be damaged below 10 ℃. Corn plant is moderately drought-resistant and can be planted outdoors in a warm, humid and shaded environment, but it's more often potted indoors. Generally, the humidity may be properly increased by a humidifier, or a tray of pebbles may be placed under the pot bottom for supplementing some water to increase humidity.
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What Soil is Best for Corn plant?

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Corn plant has low requirements on soil. The pH of suitable soil is 6.0-6.5. It likes well-drained and organic-rich soil, avoiding sticky substrates. Wet soil that can lead to rot or fungal issues should be avoided as well. The soil mixed with a small amount of perlite and added with fertilizers free of boron or calcium superphosphate will help their growth. When they are potted, it is recommended to use pottery pots with many drainage holes to ensure smooth drainage. Dracaena braunii (Lucky Bamboo) is often maintained in water, but it can grow better when planted in soil actually.
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How to Propagate Corn plant?

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It is recommended to reproduce them by cutting or layering at the end of spring and the beginning of summer. Oblique cut the top bud of old branch, remove the withered yellow leaves, insert it in vermiculite and other moist breathable medium and it can grow into an independent seedling. In case of available conditions, a small amount of rooting powder may be applied on the cut to promote rooting. After each pruning, the 10 cm stem section containing the bud point can also be buried in a moist medium, and a new plant can be germinated by keeping the temperature and moisture.
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Corn plant provides good landscaping for your garden all year round, which is quite essential for the garden. As your Corn plant grows, you may want to know how to get more of them for free. Or maybe your Corn plant has been damaged by a pest or disease and you’d like to save it and propagate a new plant. This article is about how to propagate your Corn plant. Softwood cuttings is an easy way to propagate this plant. The best seasons in which to propagate the Corn plant by cuttings are spring and early summer, when the plant is growing the most actively. During this time, there is plenty of light available for the cuttings to devote to new growth, and your Corn plant should have new shoots that are suitable for propagation. Your cutting should still be flexible, but should have reached a level of hardness that it will snap when bent. The tools needed to propagate Corn plant are the same as those used for other types of propagation by cutting, although you will not need a particularly strong cutting tool as the material is still quite soft.
  1. Sharp scissors or gardening knife
  2. Diluted bleach solution or isopropyl alcohol to clean tools
  3. Rooting hormone (optional)
  4. Pot(s) with drainage holes for planting
  5. All-purpose potting soil for planting
  6. Clear plastic bag (optional)
Step 1: Prepare one or more small pots with moistened potting mix. You can generally plant several cuttings in the same pot for propagation, as long as you leave about an inch between cuttings in each pot. Step 2: Locate healthy shoots on the parent plant and plan where to cut. The cutting should have at least a couple of leaves and one or two nodes in order for the plant to generate new growth. The cutting length should ideally be about 10cm. Use the sterilized cutting tool to take a cutting just above a leaf joint on the parent plant. Step 3: Remove leaves from the bottom half of the cutting and then trim the bottom just below a node. Dip the bottom end of the cutting into rooting powder (if using) according to the directions. Step 4: Plant the cuttings into your prepared pot one-by-one, being sure that at least one node is buried. Step 5: Keep your Corn plant in a warm, protected location with plenty of indirect sunlight. To give Corn plant a better chance of survival, you can cover them loosely with a clear plastic bag to create a mini-greenhouse. A rubber band or tape can be used to affix it to the pot. Doing this increases warmth and humidity, which helps the plant to establish roots more quickly. Step 6: Monitor the Corn plant, watering as needed so the soil doesn’t get dry, until it is time to transplant. Roots generally begin to form within 4 to 6 weeks, and you may want to thin out unhealthy cuttings or move some of the Corn plant to individual pots to give them more space to grow. When the Corn plant regrows new leaves, it means that it has successfully grown roots and needs to be transplanted after the new leaves have fully expanded. It is best to transplant Corn plant on an overcast day with mild temperatures to avoid stressing them as soon as they are planted.
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How to Plant Corn plant?

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Among the dracaena plants, Dracaena surculosa is often planted outdoors as bushes in a partially-shady outdoor area. It is better to plant it in spring and summer. Other plants are often potted indoors, and the pots will limit their heights. The pots and soil should be replaced once in two or three years. For height control, the root system should be properly trimmed and a larger pot should be used.
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How to Harvest Corn plant?

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Potted dracaena plants seldom bloom. However, in case of adequate light, they may have white or purple inflorescences in the summer. But, at the same time, the leaves may be injured by intense light and the color of the leaves may deteriorate.
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How to Transplant Corn plant?

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For best results, transplant corn plant during mid-spring to late-spring or mid-fall to late-fall for optimal root establishment. Choose a location with well-draining soil and indirect sunlight. Remember, corn plant appreciates consistency, so avoid unnecessary transplanting.
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How to Repot Corn plant?

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Before potting, it is necessary to sterilize and kill insects. Change pots and soil every spring. Indoor potted plants require frequent ventilation and sufficient sun exposure.
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Because they are less cold resistant, too low temperature should be avoided in winter. When potted plants are placed indoors in winter, water can be sprayed on the leave surfaces in case of heating and low humidity.
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Early spring is the ideal time to remove any overgrowth and dead vines or branches.
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A monthly application of diluted all-purpose liquid fertilizer will encourage healthy growth and blooming. Make sure to apply the fertilizer before buds start appearing.
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Water whenever the top layer of soil is beginning to dry out.
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Carefully prune older, new growth for propagation. Coating the cutting in rooting hormone will help establish the new plant.

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While your plant is growing in the fall, continue the monthly fertilization and make sure the plant receives the water and misting it needs to thrive.

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Keep the soil moist, watering whenever the soil becomes dry, and fertilize the plant monthly with a diluted, liquid, all-purpose fertilizer.
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Brown spot, a common fungal disease, can significantly affect Corn plant health, often leading to leaf drop and stunted growth. It's primarily caused by fungal pathogens, thrives in humid environments, and can be managed by good cultural practices and appropriate treatments.
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Leaf rot
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Leaf rot is a common disease affecting Corn plant, characterized by discolored, droopy leaves and fungi presence. This disease, chiefly due to overwatering and poor soil drainage, negatively impacts the plant aesthetics and health by restricting nutrient absorption and stunting growth.
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Leaf blight is a common plant disease that can severely impact Corn plant. It is characterized by the appearance of brown or yellow patches on the leaves, subsequently leading to leaf drop and overall weakening of the plant.
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Wilting is a manifestation of stress caused by factors like overwatering, poor soil drainage, or pathogen attack. In the case of Corn plant, it can lead to the drooping of leaves, yellowing, or even total plant death if left untreated.
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Mealybugs, or Pseudococcidae, significantly affect the health of Corn plant, leading to stunted growth, yellowing leaves, and overall plant decline. These sap-sucking insects cover the plant with a sugary substance, attracting other pests and promoting mold growth. Mealybugs can proliferate quickly if unchecked and create an extensive infestation.
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This infection can cause brown spots or patches to appear on the plant.
Solutions: In minor cases of brown spot, there isn’t any need to treat the disease. However, if much of the foliage is affected and defoliation occurs, the plant will benefit from getting rid of the infection. It is recommended to start by applying organic treatment options, working up to the more potent synthetic, chemical fungicides if necessary. Organic options won’t kill the fungus, but will prevent it from spreading. Dissolve ½ teaspoon of baking soda and one teaspoon of liquid soap in a gallon of water. Using a spray bottle, spray on tops and bottoms of leaves until the mixture drips off. Repeat every two weeks until existing spots stop enlarging and new spots no longer appear. Spray a copper-based fungicidal soap on the leaves, coating the top and bottom leaf surfaces. Reapply as directed on the product label. Copper penetrates the leaf surface and prevents germination of spores so the fungus cannot spread. Apply an all-purpose fungicide to the entire plant, following the label instructions carefully.
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What is Brown blotch yellow edge Disease on Corn plant?
What is Brown blotch yellow edge Disease on Corn plant?
Brown spot, a common fungal disease, can significantly affect Corn plant health, often leading to leaf drop and stunted growth. It's primarily caused by fungal pathogens, thrives in humid environments, and can be managed by good cultural practices and appropriate treatments.
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Symptom Analysis
Corn plant's displays symptoms like small, brown, oval spots on leaves. Over time, these spots grow larger, coalesce, killing the affected foliage. Eventually, this may cause leaf dropping and inhibit growth.
What Causes Brown blotch yellow edge Disease on Corn plant?
What Causes Brown blotch yellow edge Disease on Corn plant?
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Fungal Pathogens
Brown spot is primarily caused by Bipolaris and Alternaria species that thrive in conditions of excessive moisture and humidity.
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Environmental Factors
Conditions of high humidity, poor air circulation, and overcrowding can escalate the spread of brown spot disease.
How to Treat Brown blotch yellow edge Disease on Corn plant?
How to Treat Brown blotch yellow edge Disease on Corn plant?
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Improve Cultural Practices: Maintain appropriate watering practices, ensure air circulation by spacing plants and pruning regularly, and remove infected parts promptly.

Use Resistant Varieties: Planting resistant Corn plant varieties can suppress the disease's development and progression.
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Use Fungicides: Apply fungicides, like copper-based ones, after removing infected parts. Reapply every 7-10 days until symptoms cease.
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What is Leaf rot Disease on Corn plant?
What is Leaf rot Disease on Corn plant?
Leaf rot is a common disease affecting Corn plant, characterized by discolored, droopy leaves and fungi presence. This disease, chiefly due to overwatering and poor soil drainage, negatively impacts the plant aesthetics and health by restricting nutrient absorption and stunting growth.
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Symptom Analysis
Determinable symptoms of leaf rot on Corn plant include darkening, yellowing, wilting of leaves, and root decay. Fungi cause the plant's leaves to appear wet, slimy, and sometimes, develop a foul odor. Progressive stages witness leaf drop and plant death.
What Causes Leaf rot Disease on Corn plant?
What Causes Leaf rot Disease on Corn plant?
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Overwatering
Insufficient drainage leads to excessively moist soil conditions, encouraging fungal growth.
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Incorrect temperature
Extremely cold or hot temperatures foster the development of leaf rot diseases.
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Poor ventilation
Inadequate air circulation can trap moisture, promoting disease spread.
How to Treat Leaf rot Disease on Corn plant?
How to Treat Leaf rot Disease on Corn plant?
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Cultural control: Maintain proper water level, avoid oversaturation, use well-draining soil, and ensure appropriate temperature and ventilation.

Plant removal: Take out and discard infected plants to prevent disease spread.
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Chemical sprays: Apply broad-spectrum fungicides, following manufactures' instructions, to effectively control leaf rot diseases.

Systemic treatment: Use systemic fungicides to aid the plant in fighting off the infection.
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What is Leaf blight Disease on Corn plant?
Leaf blight is a common plant disease that can severely impact Corn plant. It is characterized by the appearance of brown or yellow patches on the leaves, subsequently leading to leaf drop and overall weakening of the plant.
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Symptom Analysis
Symptoms of leaf blight on Corn plant include yellowing or browning of leaves, often starting at the edges, eventual leaf wilting, and finally leaf drop. The progression of this disease can cause overall plant stress and stunting.
What Causes Leaf blight Disease on Corn plant?
What Causes Leaf blight Disease on Corn plant?
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Fusarium or Alternaria species are the primary culprits causing Leaf blight, especially in wet and humid conditions.
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Dramatic temperature fluctuations or enhanced humidity can foster spore development.
How to Treat Leaf blight Disease on Corn plant?
How to Treat Leaf blight Disease on Corn plant?
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Pruning: Remove the affected leaves to prevent further spread of the disease.

Improve Airflow: Keep the plant in a well-ventilated area to inhibit fungal growth.
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Fungicide Sprays: Application of copper or sulfur-based fungicides can control the disease.

Biological Control: Beneficial fungi like Trichoderma can be used to outcompete the leaf blight-causing fungi.
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What is Wilting Disease on Corn plant?
Wilting is a manifestation of stress caused by factors like overwatering, poor soil drainage, or pathogen attack. In the case of Corn plant, it can lead to the drooping of leaves, yellowing, or even total plant death if left untreated.
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Symptom Analysis
Wilting in Corn plant typically shows up as drooping of leaves which may also turn yellow. Stunted growth and a general decline in health may also be observed. In severe cases, plant death may occur.
What Causes Wilting Disease on Corn plant?
What Causes Wilting Disease on Corn plant?
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Drowning roots in water puts them under stress and deprives them of oxygen.
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If water doesn't drain properly, excessive moisture can lead to rotting of roots.
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Fungal pathogens such as Fusarium can infect the plant causing wilting.
How to Treat Wilting Disease on Corn plant?
How to Treat Wilting Disease on Corn plant?
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Watering Reduction: Limiting water supply can prevent further development of the disease.

Drainage Improvement: Enhancing soil drainage can alleviate waterlogging and reduce stress on the plant.
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Fungicide: Applying fungicide can help in controlling the spread of fungal pathogens causing wilting.

Anti-rot Medication: Roots rotted due to waterlogging can be treated with anti-rot medicines.
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What is Mealybugs Disease on Corn plant?
Mealybugs, or Pseudococcidae, significantly affect the health of Corn plant, leading to stunted growth, yellowing leaves, and overall plant decline. These sap-sucking insects cover the plant with a sugary substance, attracting other pests and promoting mold growth. Mealybugs can proliferate quickly if unchecked and create an extensive infestation.
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Symptom Analysis
Effects on Corn plant show as leaf yellowing and curling. The plant may exhibit stunted growth due to loss of vital sap. A clear sign of mealybugs is a cottony, waxy residue on the plant parts. Mold growth, due to the sugary residue, might also appear.
What Causes Mealybugs Disease on Corn plant?
What Causes Mealybugs Disease on Corn plant?
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Mealybugs are the primary cause of this disease. These insects extract the plant sap, causing a decline in the plant's overall health.
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Environmental conditions
Favorable conditions such as warm and dry environments can enhance the mealybug reproduction, leading to a quicker infestation.
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Lack of natural predators
In the absence of natural predators like parasitic wasps, ladybugs, and lacewings, mealybugs can multiply quickly.
How to Treat Mealybugs Disease on Corn plant?
How to Treat Mealybugs Disease on Corn plant?
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Physical removal: Use a water spray to wash off mealybugs from Corn plant.

Biological control: Introduce natural predators like lacewings or ladybugs to control the mealybug population.

Cultural control: Regularly prune and dispose of infected parts, maintain optimal plant health and resistance.
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Pesticide
Insecticidal soap: Spray Corn plant with insecticidal soaps which are effective against mealybugs.

Horticultural oils: These oils suffocate the pests, limiting their ability to breathe and reproduce.

Systemic insecticides: Consider applying these if infestation is severe, ensuring to follow label instructions.
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Brown spot
This infection can cause brown spots or patches to appear on the plant.
Overview
Overview
Discolored spots on the foliage of plants are one of the most common disease problems people observe. These spots are caused by fungal and bacterial diseases, with most infections related to a fungal pathogen.
Brown spot can occurs on all houseplants, flowering ornamentals, vegetable plants, and leaves of trees, bushes, and shrubs. No plants are resistant to it, and the problem is worse in warm, wet environments. It can occur at any point in the life stage as long as leaves are present.
Small brownish spots appear on the foliage and enlarge as the disease progresses. In severe cases, the plant or tree is weakened when the lesions interrupt photosynthesis or cause defoliation.
Symptom Analysis
Symptom Analysis
In most cases, brown spot only affects a small percentage of the whole plant, appearing on a small amount of the leaves. A small infection only puts minor stress on the plant. However, if left untreated and the disease progresses over numerous seasons, it will severely impact the health and productivity of the infected specimen.
  • Sporulation begins (reproduction of the fungal spores), and tiny spots appear on leaves.
  • Placement is often random and scattered as diseases are spread through raindrops.
  • May appear on lower leaves and the interior of the plant where humidity is higher.
  • Brown spots enlarge and grow large enough to touch neighboring spots to form a more prominent blotch.
  • Leaf margins may turn yellow.
  • Tiny black dots (fruiting bodies of the fungi) appear in the dead spots.
  • Blotches grow in size until the entire leaf is brown.
  • The leaf falls off the plant.
Severe Symptoms
  • Partial or complete premature defoliation
  • Reduced growth
  • Increased susceptibility to pests and other diseases
Disease Cause
Disease Cause
Brown spot, or leaf spot, is a common descriptive term given to several diseases affecting the leaves of plants and trees. Around 85% of diseases exhibiting leaf spots are due to fungus or fungus-like organisms. Sometimes brown spot is caused by a bacterial infection, or insect activity with similar symptoms.
When conditions are warm and the leaf surfaces are wet, fungal spores being transported by wind or rain land on the surface and cling to it. They do not rupture the cell walls but grow in the space between the plant plasma membrane and the plant cell wall. As the spores reproduce, they release toxins and enzymes that cause necrotic spots (i.e., dead tissue) on the leaves, allowing the fungi to consume the products released when the cells degrade.
Solutions
Solutions
In minor cases of brown spot, there isn’t any need to treat the disease. However, if much of the foliage is affected and defoliation occurs, the plant will benefit from getting rid of the infection. It is recommended to start by applying organic treatment options, working up to the more potent synthetic, chemical fungicides if necessary.
Organic options won’t kill the fungus, but will prevent it from spreading.
  1. Dissolve ½ teaspoon of baking soda and one teaspoon of liquid soap in a gallon of water. Using a spray bottle, spray on tops and bottoms of leaves until the mixture drips off. Repeat every two weeks until existing spots stop enlarging and new spots no longer appear.
  2. Spray a copper-based fungicidal soap on the leaves, coating the top and bottom leaf surfaces. Reapply as directed on the product label. Copper penetrates the leaf surface and prevents germination of spores so the fungus cannot spread.
  3. Apply an all-purpose fungicide to the entire plant, following the label instructions carefully.
Prevention
Prevention
Like many other diseases, it is easier to prevent brown spot than cure it, and this is done through cultural practices.
  • Clear fall leaves from the ground before winter to minimize places where fungi and bacteria can overwinter.
  • Maintain good air movement between plants through proper plant spacing.
  • Increase air circulation through the center of plants through pruning.
  • Thoroughly clean all pruning tools after working with diseased plants.
  • Never dispose of disease plant material in a compost pile.
  • Avoid overhead watering to keep moisture off of the foliage.
  • Keep plants healthy by providing adequate sunlight, water, and fertilizer.
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Corn Plant and Their Toxicity

* The judgment on toxicity and danger is for reference only. We DO NOT GUARANTEE any accuracy of such judgment. Therefore, you SHALL NOT rely on such judgment. It is IMPORTANT TO SEEK PROFESSIONAL ADVICE in advance when necessary.
Toxic to Dogs
Saponin, a chemical found in the leaves of corn plant (Dracaena fragrans) is moderately toxic to dogs. Ingestion can cause vomiting (sometimes with blood), diarrhea, excessive drool, and the dog may appear depressed and weak. This poisoning can also cause difficulty breathing and an increase in heart rate, which would warrant a call to the vet. Your dog may encounter this common houseplant in homes or offices.
Toxic to Cats
Severely toxic to pets, corn plant (Dracaena fragrans) stores in its leaves a chemical known as saponin. Cats who ingest the leaves of this plant may suffer diarrhea, weakness, drooling and other such symptoms. Medical help should be sought without delay, as there is a risk for severe dehydration which could result in death without treatment.
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Who Is Most at Risk of Plant Poisoning?
Your pets like cats and dogs can be poisoned by them as well!
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Do not let your lovely pets eat any parts, nor contact with the sap of toxic or unknown plants;
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It’s better to kill those growing around your house. Wear long-sleeved shirts, pants and gloves with sharp tools to dig it out completely;
3
Clean the tools with rubbing alcohol or soap and water but do not do that with bare hands;
4
Clean your hands and skin once exposed to plants with soap and water;
5
Consider using barrier creams that contain bentoquatam to prevent poison oak, ivy and sumac rashes;
6
Dump it in special trash cans in sealed garbage packages, and do not let your pets reach it;Do not let your lovely pets eat any parts, nor contact with the sap of toxic or unknown plants;
7
If you take your pets to hike with you in the wild, please don’t let them eat any plants that you don’t know;
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Once your pets eat, touch or inhale anything from toxic plants and act abnormally, please call the doctors for help ASAP!
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Pets
Some pets are less likely than children to eat and touch just about everything. This is good, as a pet owner. However, you know your pet best, and it is up to you to keep them safe. There are plenty of poisonous weeds that can grow within the confines of your lawn, which might make your dogs or cats ill or worse if they eat them. Try to have an idea of what toxic plants grow in your area and keep them under control and your pets away from them.
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Common Toxic Houseplants
Common Toxic Houseplants
When it comes to decorating a house, there is nothing more refreshing than adding some beautiful houseplants. Some common house plants can also be toxic.

Aloe

aloe
Aloe is famous for its sunburn-soothing properties and its gorgeous desert design. However, many people do not realize that the latex the aloe vera plant produces can be mildly toxic to pets and children.

The latex contains a chemical compound known as saponin. Which when ingested, can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and low blood sugar. This, if left unchecked, can lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. The proper response is to contact poison control or a veterinarian to know what to do in your particular circumstance if either your child or pet consumes aloe.

The latex of the plant is similar to the sap of the tree. It is inside the leaf, but sticks mainly toward the edges. If aloe gel is prepared properly it should be safe for use, but be sure to apply it only topically when treating burns.

Philodendron

Philodendron
Philodendron, also known as sweetheart vine, has become a resident at many houses and even businesses. They are glossy green and the leaves elegantly split, displaying interesting designs. Behind this beauty there is a needle-like toxin called calcium oxalate crystals.

These crystals are held within the plant and only affect you, your pets, or your loved ones if the plant tissue is broken. If ingested, the crystals can cause severe swelling, difficulty breathing, stomach pain, burning and pain. If they are accidentally caught on the skin, they can cause skin irritation.

If anyone accidentally ingests philodendron and they find it difficult to breathe or their tongue starts to swell up, it is important to seek medical attention immediately to avoid suffocation. If you have very young children or pets who have a tendency to tear at plants, keep them away from any philodendrons.

Peace Lily

Peace Lily
Peace lilies produce stunningly white flowers that bring to mind peace and serenity. This is one reason they are invited into our homes and given a place to stay. However, similar to philodendrons, the peace lily contains oxalate crystals known as raphides.

The raphides, once ingested, will cause swelling and burning sensations and can also cause skin irritation. Both pets and humans can get these symptoms so it is important to keep these plants from anyone who is likely to tear or chew it. Symptoms can become dire if the raphides cause the tongue and throat to swell to a point where the person or pet is having difficulty breathing. Seek proper medical attention if this is the case.

Snake Plant

Snake Plant
The snake plant is an interesting and popular house plant. Its stark architecture and wavy coloring has made it a fan favorite. This plant too, however, is toxic when ingested or if the sap touches your skin.

Snake plant sap will cause rashes if it comes into contact with your skin. In addition, it will cause diarrhea and vomiting when ingested. Again these symptoms are very serious and would be best avoided by keeping snake plants out of reach or by choosing a different houseplant.
Common Toxic Garden Plants
Common Toxic Garden Plants

Daffodil

Daffodil
Daffodils are a strikingly colorful flower. This can sometimes bring them much attention not from just onlooking adults but children as well. Since kids are more drawn to colorful objects, they may have a higher chance of just grabbing the flower and eating it. Adults have also been known to accidentally grab daffodil bulbs instead of onions.

Why are these mistakes so dangerous? Daffodils contain lycorine, which can induce nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. It also contains oxalates which can cause swelling and pain. The symptoms can be worse in animals, because if your pets eat daffodils they may experience drowsiness, low blood pressure or even liver damage.

Make sure to call poison control when these symptoms set in. The vomiting and diarrhea have been known to go away after 3 hours, but it is better to be safe than sorry. Ingesting liquids to keep hydration up can be important. If the patient is having difficulty breathing, seek medical attention immediately.

Hydrangea

Hydrangea
Hydrangeas are unique, with their soft blue and pink flowers. They are a great addition to any garden, but should not be snacked on—not that you would want to. Hydrangeas can be especially nasty because they contain compounds known as glycosides. These will release hydrogen cyanide into the bloodstream when consumed. This will block your body’s ability to uptake oxygen to the cells in your body.

The way to combat this kind of poisoning is through getting IVs from the vet or doctor. It is important to contact your medical professional immediately since the symptoms can be fatal within minutes or hours.

Rhododendrons

Rhododendrons
Rhododendron, the state flower of Washington, is also toxic. The multitudinous, pink flowers can be quite dangerous. All parts of this plant are toxic, the leaves and seeds more so than the flowers. However, even the nectar of the flower is toxic and in the Mediterranean, where rhododendrons grow in more dense quantities, the honey from bees who gather rhododendron nectar can be poisonous.

Normally kids and pets do not eat enough to experience the full poisoning effect. However, just eating two leaves is enough to be considered dangerous. The grayanotoxin glycosides within the rhododendron can cause vomiting, diarrhea and irregular heartbeats. Things can get very serious when too much rhododendron is consumed and can lead to necessary medical intervention.

Start by calling poison control first if you suspect anyone has been munching on rhododendrons. The experts there will be able to help guide you through the necessary processes to cure your loved one.

Rhubarb

Rhubarb
Yummy rhubarb has a nasty side to it. While the stems are used in many recipes, including for rhubarb strawberry pie, the leaves are toxic. They contain oxalic acid which is known to blister the mouth, cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and kidney stones. The leaves are known to be more toxic to pets than humans, but in either case, it is important to contact poison control immediately to figure out necessary steps to cure the patient.
Common Toxic Weeds in the Yard
Common Toxic Weeds in the Yard

Bittersweet Nightshade

Bittersweet Nightshade
Nightshade is an invasive, noxious weed that is extremely poisonous. It has been found along the East and West Coast of the U.S. It makes its home in areas with disturbed soil. This could be near your garden or areas that have recently had bushes/trees put in.

These plants are dark green with purple flowers that develop into bright red berries. The whole plant is toxic and should be avoided by pets and children alike. If ingested it can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The colorful berries are especially enticing to young children. If you see any plants that look similar to tomato or pepper plants that you did not plant in your yard, it is best to just pull them immediately.

Call poison control immediately if you think someone has fallen victim to nightshade.

Buttercups

Buttercups
Buttercups are found throughout the United States, especially in wet areas. The shiny, yellow flowers will pop up in the springtime, accompanying their dandelion friends. However, unlike dandelions, buttercups are not edible.

Buttercups will release a compound called protoanemonin. This toxin is known to cause vomiting, diarrhea, bloody stool, hypersalivation, depression, blisters, and more. These symptoms will affect both humans and animals. The sap may also cause irritation when it comes into contact with skin. These yellow flowers are dangerous and children should be observed cautiously when around them.

Foxgloves

Foxgloves
Foxgloves are beautiful plants that build towers out of vivid purple bell-shaped blossoms. They are very pretty to look at, but they contain a compound known as digoxin. This chemical is used in certain medicines to help people with certain heart conditions. However, the medicine is made by specialists, whereas someone eating foxgloves will receive unregulated amounts of the chemical.

This toxin can make you vomit and lower your heartbeat. This often causes dizziness and faintness. It is extremely important to call poison control immediately to know what to do in the case of foxglove poisoning. Some people have confused the young leaves of foxglove with borage, making adult foragers at risk as well as kids and pets.
How to Tend to or Get Rid of Toxic Plants
How to Tend to or Get Rid of Toxic Plants
Now that you know where to start with toxic plant identification, let us discuss how to either tend to the poisonous plants you decide to keep or get rid of them that plague your yard.

How to Tend to Poisonous Plants

Many plants that are toxic when ingested are also skin irritants. The philodendron is a good example of this. When the sap comes into contact with skin, it can cause a rash to form. To help protect yourself when tending to toxic plants, it is important to wear some sort of gloves.
Tend
Latex gloves may be the best solution due to their disposability. Regular gloves could potentially keep the poisonous sap on their surface. If the gloves aren’t cleaned then you could accidentally touch the irritant or pass it to someone else.

In addition you will want to plan where to keep your deadly beauties. If you have a toxic indoor plant try to keep it up high or out of reach of children and pets. This will keep accidents few and far between. Another idea is keeping your plants in areas that are usually inaccessible to children or pets. Areas such as an office, study room, or guest bedroom could be good locations. If applicable, you could also set up a terrarium for your little plant baby, making it more difficult for curious hands or paws to access.
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If you plan to have outdoor plants, location will be key. You will want to put plants in an area that will be inaccessible to children, pets and even wild animals. You will probably want to avoid planting the plants in the front of your house if kids walk by on a regular basis, just to be cautious. Having the plants behind a fence will be best, but use your discretion when choosing a spot.

How to Get Rid of Poisonous Plants

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The easiest but possibly most controversial way to get rid of poisonous plants is by using herbicides. This can be especially easy if you own a grass lawn and use an herbicide that targets broadleaf (non-grass) species. You can find many herbicides meant for yard use by simply searching the term online. Once you have purchased the herbicide you will want to make sure to follow the label posted on the container. If you follow the instructions precisely, then everything should run smoothly for you.

If you don’t plan on using herbicides, there are a few organic methods you can use to try to get rid of toxic plants. You can manually pull the plants out of the ground. This is probably one of the most difficult methods because there is no assurance that you will get the whole plant out this way.

You can also try pouring boiling hot water or spraying white vinegar on the target plants. This may take more time than using a synthetic herbicide, but you can feel a little better about using these products.

You can also try to use wood chips to cover a certain area where you do not want anything to grow. This will not stop all the weeds, but the few that make it through can be easily picked by hand.
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Who Is Most at Risk of Plant Poisoning?
Everyone should keep the following in mind to prevent being poisoned:
1
Do not eat any parts, nor contact with the sap of toxic or unknown plants;
2
If you need to kill it, wear long-sleeved shirts, pants and gloves with sharp tools to dig it out completely;
3
Clean the tools with rubbing alcohol or soap and water but do not do that with bare hands;
4
Clean your hands and skin once exposed to plants with soap and water;
5
Consider using barrier creams that contain bentoquatam to prevent poison oak, ivy and sumac rashes;
6
Dump it in special trash cans in sealed garbage packages;
7
Wear properly when you hiking or working in the wilderness. Long pants, long sleeves, gloves, hiking shoes, etc., that protect you from being hurt by any plants;
8
Once you or your family aren’t feeling well after eating, touching or inhaling anything from toxic plants, please call your doctor for help ASAP!
Outdoor Workers
Outdoor Workers and Recreationalists
Those who enjoy the outdoors either as a hobby or as part of their work will rarely see a plant and decide to munch on it (although the scenario is not unheard of). However, they do tend to deal with moving through and brushing aside plants. These people are more at risk of being poisoned by touching toxic plants than by ingesting them.
Outdoor Workers
Foragers
Foragers
Foraging for food and medicinal plants is a desirable skill among people who want to feel at one with the land. This hobby can be very useful and enjoyable, but if done wrong , it can lead to disastrous effects. People who forage are picking and grabbing plants with the full intention of using those plants, most of the time to ingest them.
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Children
Children
While outdoor workers are more likely to touch poison and foragers are more likely to ingest poison, children can easily do both. These bundles of joy just love to run around and explore the world. They enjoy touching things and occasionally shoving random stuff in their mouth; this is a terrible combination with toxic plants in the mix.
If you let your children run about, it is important to know what are the local toxic plants that they could accidentally get into. Try to educate the children and steer them away from where the toxic plants are located.
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Common Toxic Houseplants
Common Toxic Houseplants
When it comes to decorating a house, there is nothing more refreshing than adding some beautiful houseplants. Some common house plants can also be toxic.

Aloe

aloe
Aloe is famous for its sunburn-soothing properties and its gorgeous desert design. However, many people do not realize that the latex the aloe vera plant produces can be mildly toxic to pets and children.

The latex contains a chemical compound known as saponin. Which when ingested, can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and low blood sugar. This, if left unchecked, can lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. The proper response is to contact poison control or a veterinarian to know what to do in your particular circumstance if either your child or pet consumes aloe.

The latex of the plant is similar to the sap of the tree. It is inside the leaf, but sticks mainly toward the edges. If aloe gel is prepared properly it should be safe for use, but be sure to apply it only topically when treating burns.

Philodendron

Philodendron
Philodendron, also known as sweetheart vine, has become a resident at many houses and even businesses. They are glossy green and the leaves elegantly split, displaying interesting designs. Behind this beauty there is a needle-like toxin called calcium oxalate crystals.

These crystals are held within the plant and only affect you, your pets, or your loved ones if the plant tissue is broken. If ingested, the crystals can cause severe swelling, difficulty breathing, stomach pain, burning and pain. If they are accidentally caught on the skin, they can cause skin irritation.

If anyone accidentally ingests philodendron and they find it difficult to breathe or their tongue starts to swell up, it is important to seek medical attention immediately to avoid suffocation. If you have very young children or pets who have a tendency to tear at plants, keep them away from any philodendrons.

Peace Lily

Peace Lily
Peace lilies produce stunningly white flowers that bring to mind peace and serenity. This is one reason they are invited into our homes and given a place to stay. However, similar to philodendrons, the peace lily contains oxalate crystals known as raphides.

The raphides, once ingested, will cause swelling and burning sensations and can also cause skin irritation. Both pets and humans can get these symptoms so it is important to keep these plants from anyone who is likely to tear or chew it. Symptoms can become dire if the raphides cause the tongue and throat to swell to a point where the person or pet is having difficulty breathing. Seek proper medical attention if this is the case.

Snake Plant

Snake Plant
The snake plant is an interesting and popular house plant. Its stark architecture and wavy coloring has made it a fan favorite. This plant too, however, is toxic when ingested or if the sap touches your skin.

Snake plant sap will cause rashes if it comes into contact with your skin. In addition, it will cause diarrhea and vomiting when ingested. Again these symptoms are very serious and would be best avoided by keeping snake plants out of reach or by choosing a different houseplant.
Common Toxic Garden Plants
Common Toxic Garden Plants

Daffodil

Daffodil
Daffodils are a strikingly colorful flower. This can sometimes bring them much attention not from just onlooking adults but children as well. Since kids are more drawn to colorful objects, they may have a higher chance of just grabbing the flower and eating it. Adults have also been known to accidentally grab daffodil bulbs instead of onions.

Why are these mistakes so dangerous? Daffodils contain lycorine, which can induce nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. It also contains oxalates which can cause swelling and pain. The symptoms can be worse in animals, because if your pets eat daffodils they may experience drowsiness, low blood pressure or even liver damage.

Make sure to call poison control when these symptoms set in. The vomiting and diarrhea have been known to go away after 3 hours, but it is better to be safe than sorry. Ingesting liquids to keep hydration up can be important. If the patient is having difficulty breathing, seek medical attention immediately.

Hydrangea

Hydrangea
Hydrangeas are unique, with their soft blue and pink flowers. They are a great addition to any garden, but should not be snacked on—not that you would want to. Hydrangeas can be especially nasty because they contain compounds known as glycosides. These will release hydrogen cyanide into the bloodstream when consumed. This will block your body’s ability to uptake oxygen to the cells in your body.

The way to combat this kind of poisoning is through getting IVs from the vet or doctor. It is important to contact your medical professional immediately since the symptoms can be fatal within minutes or hours.

Rhododendrons

Rhododendrons
Rhododendron, the state flower of Washington, is also toxic. The multitudinous, pink flowers can be quite dangerous. All parts of this plant are toxic, the leaves and seeds more so than the flowers. However, even the nectar of the flower is toxic and in the Mediterranean, where rhododendrons grow in more dense quantities, the honey from bees who gather rhododendron nectar can be poisonous.

Normally kids and pets do not eat enough to experience the full poisoning effect. However, just eating two leaves is enough to be considered dangerous. The grayanotoxin glycosides within the rhododendron can cause vomiting, diarrhea and irregular heartbeats. Things can get very serious when too much rhododendron is consumed and can lead to necessary medical intervention.

Start by calling poison control first if you suspect anyone has been munching on rhododendrons. The experts there will be able to help guide you through the necessary processes to cure your loved one.

Rhubarb

Rhubarb
Yummy rhubarb has a nasty side to it. While the stems are used in many recipes, including for rhubarb strawberry pie, the leaves are toxic. They contain oxalic acid which is known to blister the mouth, cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and kidney stones. The leaves are known to be more toxic to pets than humans, but in either case, it is important to contact poison control immediately to figure out necessary steps to cure the patient.
Common Toxic Weeds in the Yard
Common Toxic Weeds in the Yard

Bittersweet Nightshade

Bittersweet Nightshade
Nightshade is an invasive, noxious weed that is extremely poisonous. It has been found along the East and West Coast of the U.S. It makes its home in areas with disturbed soil. This could be near your garden or areas that have recently had bushes/trees put in.

These plants are dark green with purple flowers that develop into bright red berries. The whole plant is toxic and should be avoided by pets and children alike. If ingested it can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The colorful berries are especially enticing to young children. If you see any plants that look similar to tomato or pepper plants that you did not plant in your yard, it is best to just pull them immediately.

Call poison control immediately if you think someone has fallen victim to nightshade.

Buttercups

Buttercups
Buttercups are found throughout the United States, especially in wet areas. The shiny, yellow flowers will pop up in the springtime, accompanying their dandelion friends. However, unlike dandelions, buttercups are not edible.

Buttercups will release a compound called protoanemonin. This toxin is known to cause vomiting, diarrhea, bloody stool, hypersalivation, depression, blisters, and more. These symptoms will affect both humans and animals. The sap may also cause irritation when it comes into contact with skin. These yellow flowers are dangerous and children should be observed cautiously when around them.

Foxgloves

Foxgloves
Foxgloves are beautiful plants that build towers out of vivid purple bell-shaped blossoms. They are very pretty to look at, but they contain a compound known as digoxin. This chemical is used in certain medicines to help people with certain heart conditions. However, the medicine is made by specialists, whereas someone eating foxgloves will receive unregulated amounts of the chemical.

This toxin can make you vomit and lower your heartbeat. This often causes dizziness and faintness. It is extremely important to call poison control immediately to know what to do in the case of foxglove poisoning. Some people have confused the young leaves of foxglove with borage, making adult foragers at risk as well as kids and pets.
How to Tend to or Get Rid of Toxic Plants
How to Tend to or Get Rid of Toxic Plants
Now that you know where to start with toxic plant identification, let us discuss how to either tend to the poisonous plants you decide to keep or get rid of them that plague your yard.

How to Tend to Poisonous Plants

Many plants that are toxic when ingested are also skin irritants. The philodendron is a good example of this. When the sap comes into contact with skin, it can cause a rash to form. To help protect yourself when tending to toxic plants, it is important to wear some sort of gloves.
Tend
Latex gloves may be the best solution due to their disposability. Regular gloves could potentially keep the poisonous sap on their surface. If the gloves aren’t cleaned then you could accidentally touch the irritant or pass it to someone else.

In addition you will want to plan where to keep your deadly beauties. If you have a toxic indoor plant try to keep it up high or out of reach of children and pets. This will keep accidents few and far between. Another idea is keeping your plants in areas that are usually inaccessible to children or pets. Areas such as an office, study room, or guest bedroom could be good locations. If applicable, you could also set up a terrarium for your little plant baby, making it more difficult for curious hands or paws to access.
tend2
If you plan to have outdoor plants, location will be key. You will want to put plants in an area that will be inaccessible to children, pets and even wild animals. You will probably want to avoid planting the plants in the front of your house if kids walk by on a regular basis, just to be cautious. Having the plants behind a fence will be best, but use your discretion when choosing a spot.

How to Get Rid of Poisonous Plants

plants
The easiest but possibly most controversial way to get rid of poisonous plants is by using herbicides. This can be especially easy if you own a grass lawn and use an herbicide that targets broadleaf (non-grass) species. You can find many herbicides meant for yard use by simply searching the term online. Once you have purchased the herbicide you will want to make sure to follow the label posted on the container. If you follow the instructions precisely, then everything should run smoothly for you.

If you don’t plan on using herbicides, there are a few organic methods you can use to try to get rid of toxic plants. You can manually pull the plants out of the ground. This is probably one of the most difficult methods because there is no assurance that you will get the whole plant out this way.

You can also try pouring boiling hot water or spraying white vinegar on the target plants. This may take more time than using a synthetic herbicide, but you can feel a little better about using these products.

You can also try to use wood chips to cover a certain area where you do not want anything to grow. This will not stop all the weeds, but the few that make it through can be easily picked by hand.
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More About Corn Plant

Plant Type
Plant Type
Shrub, Tree
Lifespan
Lifespan
Perennial
Spread
Spread
1 m
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Summer
Flower Color
Flower Color
White
Yellow
Green
Leaf Color
Leaf Color
Green
Variegated
Yellow
White
Flower Size
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Plant Height
Plant Height
4.5 to 15 m

Name story

Corn plant
The stem of this plant is very similar to that of a corn, so it is called the corn plant.
Fragrant dracaena
If the surface of its trunk is cut, it oozes red blood-like syrup like a bleeding dracaena, which is a Latin term for a female dragon. In addition, its flowers give out a fragrant scent which also contributes to its name fragrant dracaena.

Usages

Garden Use
You can grow corn plant in pots and containers, either as decoration indoors or on outdoor patios. Its most popular garden use is in Mediterranean gardens. Its showy, vibrant green coloring fits well with the aesthetic of this gardening style. Beginner gardeners can easily grow these hardy plants, either outdoors or in a pot.
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Common Problems

Why do the leaf margins turn yellow and shrivel?

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It may be that the air humidity is too low. Corn plant are native to tropical/subtropical zone and like a warm and humid environment. At ordinary time, spraying may be added to humidify the surrounding environment of the plants.

Why do the leaves turn yellow or even fall?

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It may be that there is too much water and poor drainage. Compared with other indoor plants, corn plant require less water. Watering once a week is enough and they may be watered again until the surface soil of the pot is dry. Remember to drain the excessive water in the tray under the pot 30min after complete watering and use loose and water-permeable soils for cultivation.

Why do dark spots or yellow edges appear on the leaf surfaces?

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If white eggs appear on the leaf back, it may be infected by spider mites. Otherwise, they could be caused by the fluoride in tap water. In case of no serious infection of spider mites, the leaves can be washed with water repeatedly. Corn plant are sensitive to the fluoride in tap water, so it is recommended to use collected rainwater or pure water. Alternatively, the tap water may be stored in a container for one night, and watering can be done after the fluoride is reduced.

How to control the plant height?

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The filtered light, water and fertilizer may be reduced properly. In spring, the plants can be cut to the required height with sharp gardening scissors (loppers). Remember to reserve bud points under the cut. Properly prune the plant roots when replacing the pot or soil and use a proper pot to limit the growth.
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Picking a Healthy Tropical Plant
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Check Its Health

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Whole Plant
Symmetrical crown, evenly distributed branches, full and compact shape, no excessive growth, close internodes, and uniform leaf size.
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Branches
The branches are not withered, and the trunk is free of boreholes or damage.
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Leaves
Check the inside of the plant, shaded and overlapping areas, back of leaves. Even colour, no yellowing, no brown spots, no crawling insects, no cobwebs, no deformities, no wilting.
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Stems
No mold, browning or soft rot at the base of the plant.
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Health Troubleshooting

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Branches
Stems
Leaves
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more 1 Asymmetrical crown or missing, uneven branching: prune the weak and slender branches of the larger portion of the asymmetrical crown, then trim the overgrown larger branches.
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more 2 Internodes are longer in the upper part, leaves are sparse and smaller on top: increase light intensity or duration.
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more 1 Dry branches: check if the branch is still alive by peeling back a small section of bark and trim away any dry branches. Watch out for signs of insect infestation inside the branch.
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more 2 Bark with holes: inject insecticide into the holes and apply systemic insecticide to the roots.
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more 3 Damaged bark: brush on a wound-healing agent, and avoid getting it wet.
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Mildew, browning, or soft rot at the base: place the plant in a ventilated, dry environment and water with fungicide.
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more 1 Uneven leaf color and yellowing: prune yellow leaves and check if there are signs of rot at the base of the plant. Spray with fungicide for severe cases.
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more 2 Brown spots or small yellow spots: place the plant in a ventilated area and avoid watering the leaves. Spray with fungicide for severe cases.
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more 3 Tiny crawling insects on the back of leaves or spider webs between leaves: increase light exposure and spray with insecticide for severe cases.
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more 4 Deformations or missing parts on leaves: determine if it's physical damage or pest infestation. Linear or tearing damage is physical, while the rest are pests. Spray with insecticide.
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more 5 Wilting leaves: provide partial shade and avoid excessive sun exposure. Remove 1/3 to 1/2 of the leaves for severe cases.
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Check Its Growing Conditions

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Soil Check
Soil should smell fresh like after a rain and no musty odor.
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Light Check
Check the light requirement of the plant and if it match with planting location.
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Ventilation Check
Ensure good ventilation.
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Temperature Check
Check if the current outdoor temperature is too low or too high.
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Condition Troubleshooting

Soil
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Ideal Temperature
Ventilation
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Soil
Soil smells musty or foul: check the root system for decay, place the plant in a ventilated, dry environment, and water with fungicide.
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Partial sun, Full sun
Suitable Light
Insufficient light: Indoor plants can handle reduced light but not full shade. Periodically moving the plant to a sunnier spot can help compensate for nutrient depletion in dim conditions.
Transplant recovery: Shade, place in bright diffused light. Gradually increase light after 3 days without wilting. If transplanted/repotted or lost leaves, shade for a week. Increase light if yellowing and leaf drop occur.
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10℃ to 35℃
Ideal Temperature
Temperature is too low or too high: Indoors usually meets plant needs. Don't place outside below 50℉ (10℃) or above 86℉ (30℃).
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Ventilation
Non-ventilated environment: can lead to root rot, diseases, and flower drop. Place plants in a well-ventilated location, such as a window.
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Adapting Your New Tropical Plant
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Repotting
Transplanting is possible but not necessary. Clean the roots by removing any rotten or blackened roots. Be careful when removing the plant from its pot to keep the root system intact and avoid spreading the soil. If the roots are too tangled, gently spread them out and trim as needed. For planting, mix a small amount of well-rotted organic fertilizer into the bottom of the soil. Use loose and airy floral soil for planting and press the soil down slightly after planting. Water the soil promptly and thoroughly after planting.
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Pruning
Not usually needed. Cut off yellow or diseased leaves and crowded leaves that appear wilted or falling.
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Watering
Increase watering in the first week to keep soil moist. Water when soil is slightly dry, for at least 2 weeks. Avoid over-watering. Do not water when there is water on your fingers after touching the soil.
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Fertilizing
Add a small amount of base fertilizer during transplanting or repotting. No other fertilizer needed for the first month.
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Corn Plant Watering Instructions
Corn plant hails from regions in tropical Africa, marked by high humidity and ample rainfall. In its native habitat, corn plant experiences periods of water abundance followed by drier spells, indicating a preference for a well-drained soil environment. Mimicking these conditions, watering needs involve deep watering, allowing the soil to dry before the next session. Overwatering can lead to root rot, a common issue with these plants. Thus, watering corn plant should be balanced, optimally replicating its native tropic climate.
When Should I Water My Corn Plant?
Importance of Timely Watering
Identifying the right time to water corn plant is crucial for maintaining its health and growth. The plant can both suffer from overwatering and underwatering, hence, recognizing the optimal watering conditions is critical for the plant's well-being.
Soil Dryness
For corn plant, a key sign to water the plant is the dryness of the soil. While it is not recommended to wait until the soil is completely dried out, you should check the top 1-2 inches of soil. If this top layer is dry, it's time to water the plant.
Leaf Condition
Corn plant communicates its need for water through its leaves. If the leaves are wilting or drooping, despite not being exposed to direct sunlight, it could be indicating a lack of water. Conversely, yellow or brown-tipped leaves can signal overwatering.
Growth Stage
The watering needs for corn plant also depend on its growth stage. A plant in the growing season (generally spring and summer) would require water more frequently than during the dormant season (mostly fall and winter). Recognize this pattern to ensure proper watering for your plant.
Risks Associated with Improper Watering
Both overwatering and underwatering can harm corn plant. Overwatering can lead to root rot, which impedes nutrient uptake and can eventually kill the plant. On the other hand, underwatering can cause the plant to dry out, leading to wilting, browning of leaves, and in severe cases can also result in the death of the plant.
Consequences of Ignoring Signs
Ignoring the signs of needing water or watering in excess could lead to inadequate growth, loss of leaf vibrancy, and disease susceptibility in corn plant. Therefore, it's pivotal to understand these signals and respond accordingly to ensure your plant's health.
How Should I Water My Corn Plant?
Watering Requirements
Corn plant, has specific watering needs and sensitivities that should be considered for optimal hydration.
Watering Technique
Bottom-watering is an effective method for watering corn plant. This technique involves placing the plant pot in a tray or saucer filled with water and allowing the roots to absorb water from the bottom up. This helps to prevent over-saturation of the soil surface and promotes deep root hydration. It is particularly useful for corn plant as it helps prevent water from directly contacting the foliage, reducing the risk of fungal diseases.
Watering Can Type
When using a watering can to water corn plant, it is recommended to choose one with a narrow spout. This allows for more precise targeting of water directly to the base of the plant, avoiding excessive wetting of the foliage. This targeted watering technique helps ensure sufficient hydration without risking leaf damage or waterlogging the soil.
Moisture Meter
Using a moisture meter can be beneficial when watering corn plant. This tool allows you to accurately gauge the moisture level in the soil and determine when watering is necessary. By inserting the meter into the soil, you can ensure that you provide water only when the moisture level drops below the desired threshold, avoiding both over and under watering.
Avoiding Wetting Foliage
When watering corn plant, it is important to focus on watering the base of the plant and avoid wetting the foliage as much as possible. Excessive moisture on the leaves can lead to various issues such as fungal infections or rot. By directing the water flow towards the base of the plant, you can ensure that water reaches the roots without causing harm to the rest of the plant.
Frequency of Watering
The frequency of watering corn plant will depend on various factors such as the size of the plant, potting mix, humidity levels, and environmental conditions. It is important to monitor the moisture levels of the soil using your moisture meter and water only when the soil has dried out sufficiently. Avoid watering on a strict schedule and instead focus on the plant's individual needs.
Additional Tips
In addition to monitoring soil moisture and watering techniques, it is essential to ensure adequate drainage for corn plant. Standing water or waterlogged soil can lead to root rot and other issues. Use pots with drainage holes, and if possible, place a layer of gravel or small rocks at the bottom of the pot to facilitate better drainage.
Temperature and Humidity Considerations
It is important to consider the temperature and humidity levels when watering corn plant. Avoid overwatering during periods of low air circulation or in cooler temperatures, as the plant may not be able to absorb excess water efficiently. On the other hand, during hot and dry conditions, you may need to water corn plant more frequently to compensate for increased evaporation.
How Much Water Does Corn Plant Really Need?
Natural Habitat Hydration Needs
Corn plant originates from tropical regions in Africa where it is naturally exposed to periods of heavy rain and dry spells. The plant has thus evolved to adapt to these varying conditions—its ability to store water in its thick stem makes it fairly forgiving if you forget a watering session.
Optimal Water Quantity
Corn plant prefers its soil to be kept on the drier side rather than too moist, which means that it should not be constantly wet. For a standard 8-inch pot with a mature corn plant of approximately 24 inches in height, watering with approximately 1 liter of water is usually sufficient. The deep roots of corn plant enjoy a thorough soaking, ensuring the water reaches to the bottom of the pot, but only when the top half of the pot’s soil has dried out.
Signs and Conditions Indicating Optimal Watering
Water corn plant until water comes out of the drainage holes. After watering, remove any excess water from the saucer and ensure the pot isn't sitting in water to prevent root rot. If the leaves of corn plant start curling or drooping or you notice a discoloration, it might be a sign of over or under-watering.
Effects of Over and Under-Watering
Over-watering can lead to root rot, which can cause corn plant to lose its leaves and eventually die. The root system of corn plant requires air as much as it requires water, if over-watered, this air supply is cut off, leading to plant stress. Under-watering, on the other hand, could lead to drying out, causing leaves to turn brown and fall off. Consistent under-watering can also lead to stunted growth or even plant death.
Ideal Watering Conditions
Corn plant prefers water at room temperature, as cold water can shock its roots. It prefers to be watered with soft water, as tap water often contains salts that can build up in soil and damage a corn plant over time. If possible, consider using filtered or distilled water.
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Just like people, each plant has its own preferences and needs. Devote time to understanding your plants so you can nurture them properly. Observe your plants attentively, learning from their growth patterns, and becoming more in tune with their needs as you grow together. Keep a watchful eye on new plants and seedlings, as they are sensitive to both overwatering and underwatering. Shower them with gentle love and attention, fostering their growth and strength. Let the rhythm of your local climate guide your watering habits, adapting your schedule to the changing weather and the needs of your plants.
What Kind of Water is Best for Corn Plant?
Water Type Guide for corn plant
Water Sensitivity: Moderate - corn plant prefers well-draining soil and should not be overly saturated with water.
Water Types
Distilled Water: Best suited for corn plant as it is pure and does not contain any minerals or contaminants. Rainwater: A natural and preferred choice for corn plant, as it is free of chemicals and has a balanced pH level. Tap Water: Can be used if no other water sources are available. However, it may contain chlorine and specific minerals that corn plant might be sensitive to.
Chlorine Sensitivity
Moderate - corn plant is sensitive to chlorine in tap water, which can cause leaf burn and affect its overall health.
Mineral Sensitivity
High - corn plant might be sensitive to specific minerals in tap water, such as fluoride. Excessive amounts of minerals can accumulate in the soil and harm the plant.
Water Treatments
Dechlorination: It is recommended to let tap water sit out for at least 24 hours before using it on corn plant. This allows the chlorine to evaporate and makes it safer for the plant. Water Filtration: Using a water filter can help remove chlorine, minerals, and other contaminants from tap water, making it more suitable for corn plant.
Water Temperature Preferences
Moderate - corn plant generally prefers water at room temperature (around 68-72°F or 20-22°C). Avoid using water that is too cold or too hot, as extreme temperatures can shock the plant.
How Do Corn Plant's Watering Needs Change with the Seasons?
How to Water corn plant in Spring?
Spring is often a time of growth for many plants, including corn plant. The increasing temperatures stimulate growth, meaning the plant will need more water than in the dormant winter period. Water corn plant when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch. Be cautious not to overwater and promote root rot. Also, ensure adequate drainage.
How to Water corn plant in Summer?
In summer, temperatures can soar, causing the water in the soil to evaporate more quickly. Therefore, corn plant may need more frequent watering. However, corn plant is a hardy plant that can withstand dry periods. During hot, dry spells, it's essential to ensure the soil doesn't dry out completely. It's best to water corn plant thoroughly, letting the water drain out the bottom to assure deeper layers of soil also stay moist.
How to Water corn plant in Autumn?
As autumn arrives and daylight reduces, corn plant's growth tends to slow down. During this period, the demand for water lessens. You should reduce watering frequency compared to the summer months. Always check the soil's moisture level before watering corn plant.
How to Water corn plant in Winter?
Corn plant's watering needs are significantly reduced during winter. The plant tends to enter a dormant phase due to lower temperatures and lower intensity of light. Overwatering during this period could lead to root problems. Water corn plant only when the top layer of soil begins to feel dry, and be careful to avoid waterlogging.
What Expert Tips Can Enhance Corn Plant Watering Routine?
Using a Moisture Meter
Using a moisture meter can help assess corn plant's deeper soil moisture needs and prevent over or under-watering. This plant prefers its soil to be mostly dry before the next watering, and a meter can effectively measure this.
Watering Time
Watering corn plant early in the morning allows the water to penetrate the soil thoroughly before the high evaporation rates of mid-day. It also helps prevent fungal diseases by minimizing the plant's exposure to dampness.
Common Misconception
A common misconception when watering corn plant is to keep the soil constantly moist. However, this plant prefers well-draining soil and should be allowed to dry out between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot and other issues.
Assessing Soil Moisture
Instead of solely relying on the surface level of soil moisture, you can use a bamboo skewer or a chopstick to check the moisture level in the root zone. Insert the skewer into the soil, and if it comes out damp, it's an indication that the plant doesn't need watering yet. If it comes out dry, it's time to water.
Signs of Thirst
Pay attention if the lower leaves of corn plant start to droop or become yellow. This is a sign that the plant is thirsty and in need of watering. However, it's important not to wait until the leaves are completely wilted before watering, as this can stress the plant.
Water Adjustments during Heatwaves
During a heatwave, corn plant may require more frequent watering as the higher temperatures increase evaporation. Keep a close eye on the soil moisture and adjust watering accordingly, ensuring the soil doesn't dry out completely.
Water Adjustments during Extended Rain
When corn plant receives extended periods of rain, it's important to reduce watering to avoid oversaturation. Let the soil dry out between waterings to prevent root rot and other moisture-related issues.
Watering in Times of Stress
If corn plant is stressed due to factors like transplanting or extreme temperature changes, be cautious with watering. Allow the soil to slightly dry out between waterings to prevent suffocating the roots and exacerbating stress.
Avoiding Standing Water
To prevent water from pooling at the bottom of the container, ensure your pot has drainage holes. If excessive water accumulates, it can lead to root rot. Additionally, empty the saucer or tray beneath the pot after each watering to avoid reabsorption of excess water.
Using a Watering Can with a Narrow Spout
To prevent water from splashing onto the leaves and causing leaf spot diseases, water corn plant using a narrow-spouted watering can. Target the water directly to the soil at the base of the plant.
Considering Hydroponics? How to Manage a Water-Grown Corn Plant?
Overview of Hydroponics
Hydroponics is a method of growing plants without soil, using a water-based solution enriched with nutrients. This technique eliminates the need for traditional soil-based gardening and provides better control over the plant's environment.
Best Hydroponic System for corn plant
The deep water culture system is well-suited for corn plant due to its simplicity and ability to support the plant's root structure. This system involves placing the plant's roots directly in a nutrient-rich solution with a constant flow of oxygen.
Nutrient Solution
Corn plant prefers a balanced nutrient solution with a pH of 5.8-6.2 for optimal growth. It is recommended to use a hydroponic-specific nutrient mix that includes nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) in appropriate concentrations.
Frequency of Nutrient Change
To prevent nutrient imbalances and ensure optimal plant health, the nutrient solution should be changed every two weeks for corn plant. Regular monitoring of the nutrient solution's pH and nutrient levels is essential.
Challenges and Common Issues
The most common challenge when growing corn plant hydroponically is root rot, which can be prevented by maintaining proper oxygenation and preventing waterlogged conditions. Nutrient imbalances may also occur, leading to discolored leaves or stunted growth. Adequate lighting is crucial for corn plant, and insufficient or excessive light can negatively impact its health.
Monitoring Plant Health
In a hydroponic setup, closely observe the color and texture of corn plant's leaves. Pale or yellowing leaves may indicate nutrient deficiencies, while dark green or brown leaves may suggest nutrient toxicity. Additionally, monitor the root system for signs of root rot or slimy textures.
Adjusting the Hydroponic Environment
As corn plant grows, it may require adjustments to lighting intensity and nutrient concentrations. Increase lighting duration or intensity during the vegetative stage, and reduce it during the flowering stage. Adjust nutrient concentrations based on the plant's growth stage, following manufacturer guidelines.
Important Symptoms
Overwatering Symptoms of Corn plant
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Yellowing leaves
When plants receive too much water, the roots become oxygen deprived and the bottom leaves of the plant gradually turn yellow.
Root rot
Excess water in the soil can lead to the growth of harmful fungi and bacteria, causing the roots to rot and eventually kill the plant.
Mold and mildew
Overwatered plants create a damp environment that can encourage the growth of mold and mildew on soil.
Increased susceptibility diseases
Overwatering plants may become more susceptible and diseases as their overall health declines, weakening their natural defenses.
Solutions
1. Adjust watering frequency based on seasons and soil dryness. Wait for soil to dry before watering.2. Increase soil aeration by loosening surface and gently stirring with a wooden stick or chopstick.3. Optimize environment with good ventilation and warmth to enhance water evaporation and prevent overwatering.
Underwatering Symptoms of Corn plant
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Wilting
Due to the dry soil and insufficient water absorption by the roots, the leaves of the plant will appear limp, droopy, and lose vitality.
Yellowing leaves
The leaves may begin to yellow or develop dry tips as a result of water stress and reduced nutrient uptake.
Root damage
Prolonged underwatering can cause root damage, making it difficult for the plant to absorb water even when it is available.
Dying plant
If underwatering continues for an extended period, the plant may ultimately die as a result of severe water stress and an inability to carry out essential functions.
Solutions
1. Thoroughly saturate soil with slow ring watering to ensure uniform and sufficient moisture for plants. 2. Increase air humidity with water trays or misting to slow leaf water evaporation. 3. Watering according to the recommended frequency.Adjust watering frequency based on seasons and soil dryness.
Watering Troubleshooting for Corn Plant
Why are the leaves of my corn plant turning yellow?
Yellow leaves are often a symptom of over-watering. Corn plant, similar to other Dracaena species, prefers a moderate amount of water. To solve this problem, reduce the frequency of watering and ensure that the pot has proper drainage to avoid water stagnation. Over time, your plant's leaves should regain their healthy green color.
The tips of my corn plant's leaves are turning brown. What could be causing this?
Brown leaf tips on your corn plant could indicate underwatering or low ambient humidity. Increase the frequency of watering slightly or place your plant in a more humid area, but be cautious to avoid overwatering. You can also mist the leaves gently with water to increase humidity.
My corn plant has wilted leaves. Am I not watering it enough?
Wilted leaves can be caused by both over-watering and under-watering. If the soil is dry, increase your watering of corn plant. If the soil is too wet, allow it to dry before watering again. Corn plant prefers soil that is slightly moist, but not soggy.
What should I do if water is pooling at the bottom of my corn plant's pot?
Pooling water at the bottom of the pot indicates poor drainage, which can lead to root-rot for your corn plant. Repot the plant in a pot with better drainage holes and use a potting mix that drains well. Be mindful to water moderately, ensuring the soil remains slightly moist but not waterlogged.
Why is the growth of my corn plant slow, even though I water it regularly?
Corn plant requires more than just regular watering for growth. Though important, overwatering can actually slow down growth and lead to root rot. Ensure your corn plant gets ample of bright, but indirect sunlight, and consider using a balanced liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
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About 3-6 hours sunlight
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Above 6 hours sunlight
Watch how sunlight gracefully moves through your garden, and choose spots that provide the perfect balance of light and shade for your plants, ensuring their happiness.
Essentials
Corn plant demands a balance of light, enduring a wide range from ample shine to shadowy nooks. Yet, extreme rays may cause the foliage to scorch. Meanwhile, lack of sufficient light may result in less vibrant foliage. Originating from cloudy environments, the varying stages of growth do not significantly impact its sun needs.
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Indoor plants require adequate lighting for optimal growth. When natural sunlight is insufficient, particularly in winter or in less sunny spaces, artificial lights offer a vital solution, promoting faster, healthier growth.
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Indoor plants require adequate lighting for optimal growth. When natural sunlight is insufficient, particularly in winter or in less sunny spaces, artificial lights offer a vital solution, promoting faster, healthier growth.
1. Choose the right type of artificial light: LED lights are a popular choice for indoor plant lighting because they can be customized to provide the specific wavelengths of light that your plants need.
Full sun plants need 30-50W/sq ft of artificial light, partial sun plants need 20-30W/sq ft, and full shade plants need 10-20W/sq ft.
2. Determine the appropriate distance: Place the light source 12-36 inches above the plant to mimic natural sunlight.
3. Determine the duration: Mimic the length of natural daylight hours for your plant species. most plants need 8-12 hours of light per day.
Important Symptoms
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Corn plant is a popular indoor plant that prefers partial sunlight but can handle full sunlight in cooler weather. However, when placed in corners of rooms for extended periods, it may develop symptoms of light deficiency due to insufficient light exposure.
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Lighter-colored new leaves
Insufficient sunlight can cause leaves to develop irregular color patterns or appear pale. This indicates a lack of chlorophyll and essential nutrients.
Leggy or sparse growth
The spaces between leaves or stems of your corn plant may become longer, resulting in a thin and stretched-out appearance. This can make the plant look sparse and weak, and it may easily break or lean due to its own weight.
Faster leaf drop
When plants are exposed to low light conditions, they tend to shed older leaves early to conserve resources. Within a limited time, these resources can be utilized to grow new leaves until the plant's energy reserves are depleted.
Solutions
1. To optimize plant growth, shift them to increasingly sunnier spots each week until they receive 3-6 hours of direct sunlight daily, enabling gradual adaptation to changing light conditions.2. To provide additional light for your plant, consider using artificial light if it's large or not easily movable. Keep a desk or ceiling lamp on for at least 8 hours daily, or invest in professional plant grow lights for ample light.
Symptoms of Excessive light in %s
Corn plant thrives with partial sun exposure and can tolerate full sun in cooler weather. However, they are more susceptible to sunburn, as they cannot withstand intense sunlight in high-temperature environments.
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Chlorosis
Chlorosis is a condition where the plant's leaves lose their green color and turn yellow. This is due to the breakdown of chlorophyll from excessive sunlight, which negatively affects the plant's ability to photosynthesize.
Sunscald
Sunscald occurs when the plant's leaves or stems are damaged by intense sunlight exposure. It appears as pale, bleached, or necrotic areas on the plant tissue and can reduce the plant's overall health.
Leaf Curling
Leaf curling is a symptom where leaves curl or twist under extreme sunlight conditions. This is a defense mechanism used by the plant to reduce its surface area exposed to sunlight, minimizing water loss and damage.
Wilting
Wilting occurs when a plant loses turgor pressure and its leaves and stems begin to droop. Overexposure to sunlight can cause wilting by increasing the plant's water loss through transpiration, making it difficult for the plant to maintain adequate hydration.
Leaf Scorching
Leaf scorching is a symptom characterized by the appearance of brown, dry, and crispy edges or patches on leaves due to excessive sunlight. This can lead to a reduction in photosynthetic capacity and overall plant health.
Solutions
1. Move your plant to the optimal position where it can receive abundant sunlight but also have some shade. An east-facing window is an ideal choice as the morning sunlight is gentler. This way, your plant can enjoy ample sunlight while reducing the risk of sunburn.2. It is recommended to trim off any completely dehydrated or withered parts of the plant.
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Essentials
The corn plant plant is native to tropical regions and requires temperatures between 68 to 105 ℉ (20 to 41 ℃) to thrive. It prefers a consistently warm environment and should be kept in temperatures above 60 ℉ (15.6 ℃) during the colder months. During hot summer months, it may benefit from partial shade and increased humidity to prevent leaf scorch.
Regional wintering strategies
Corn plant is extremely heat-loving, and any cold temperatures can cause harm to it. In the autumn, it is recommended to bring outdoor-grown Corn plant indoors and place it near a bright window, but it should be kept at a certain distance from heaters. Maintaining temperatures above {Suitable_growth_temperature_min} during winter is beneficial for plant growth. Any temperatures approaching {Tolerable_growing_temperature_min} are detrimental to the plant.
Important Symptoms
Symptoms of Low Temperature in %s
Corn plant prefers warm temperatures and is not tolerant of low temperatures. It thrives best when the temperature is above {Suitable_growth_temperature_min}. During winter, it should be kept above {Tolerable_growing_temperature_min}. When the temperature falls below {Limit_growth_temperature}, the leaves may lighten in color. After frost damage, the color gradually turns brown or black, and symptoms such as wilting and drooping may occur.
Solutions
Trim off the frost-damaged parts. Immediately move indoors to a warm environment for cold protection. Choose a spot near a south-facing window to place the plant, ensuring ample sunlight. Additionally, avoid placing the plant near heaters or air conditioning vents to prevent excessive dryness in the air.
Symptoms of High Temperature in %s
During summer, Corn plant should be kept below {Suitable_growth_temperature_max}. When the temperature exceeds {Tolerable_growing_temperature_max}, the color of the leaves becomes lighter, and the plant becomes more susceptible to sunburn.
Solutions
Trim away the sunburned and dried-up parts. Move the plant to a location that provides shade from the midday and afternoon sun. Water the plant in the morning and evening to keep the soil moist.
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How to Successfully Transplant Corn Plant?
For best results, transplant corn plant during mid-spring to late-spring or mid-fall to late-fall for optimal root establishment. Choose a location with well-draining soil and indirect sunlight. Remember, corn plant appreciates consistency, so avoid unnecessary transplanting.
What Preparations are Needed Before Transplanting Corn Plant?
What is the Ideal Time for Transplanting Corn Plant?
The ideal transplanting season for corn plant is mid to late spring or mid to late fall. This timing ensures a gentler transition and optimal root establishment before extreme temperatures. Enjoy lush growth and a flourishing corn plant!
How Much Space Should You Leave Between Corn Plant Plants?
When transplanting corn plant, make sure to space each plant about 2-3 feet (60-90 cm) apart. This will give them plenty of room to grow and ensures they receive adequate airflow.
What is the Best Soil Mix for Corn Plant Transplanting?
For optimum growth, corn plant prefers well-draining, loamy soil enriched with organic material. Add some compost or well-rotted manure when preparing the planting hole, and work a balanced, slow-release fertilizer into the base.
Where Should You Relocate Your Corn Plant?
Corn plant grows best in indirect, bright sunlight. Find a spot in your garden that receives dappled sunlight throughout the day, or where it gets morning sun and afternoon shade. This will help to protect the plant from scorching summers.
What Equipments Should You Prepare Before Transplantation Corn Plant?
Gardening Gloves
To protect your hands while working with soil and plant.
Shovel or Spade
To dig the planting hole and remove the plant from its original location.
Hand Trowel
For more delicate digging around the plant's roots during removal and transplanting.
Watering Can or Hose
To water the plant before and after transplanting.
Pruning Shears
To trim away any damaged leaves, if necessary.
Measuring Tape
To determine the correct spacing between plants if transplanting multiple corn plant plants.
How Do You Remove Corn Plant from the Soil?
- From Ground: First, water the corn plant plant to dampen the soil. Then, dig a wide trench around the plant using a shovel or spade, ensuring the plant's root ball remains intact. Carefully work the spade under the root ball to lift the plant from its original location.
- From Pot: To remove the corn plant plant from a pot, water the plant to moisten the soil. Then, gently tap the pot's sides to loosen the soil from the edges. Hold the plant at its base, and carefully invert the pot while supporting the plant and root ball. Ease the plant out of the pot.
- From Seedling Tray: Moisten the soil in the seedling tray, and use a hand trowel or another small tool to gently loosen the soil around the corn plant plant's base. Carefully lift the plant by its leaves, being sure not to damage the roots.
Step-by-Step Guide for Transplanting Corn Plant
Preparation
In the chosen area, dig a hole using a shovel or spade. The hole should be twice as wide and as deep as the root ball of the corn plant plant.
Positioning
Carefully place the corn plant plant into the hole, making sure the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil.
Filling
Fill in the hole with soil, gently packing it around the root ball to eliminate air pockets. Make sure not to bury the plant too deep, as this can lead to stem rot.
Watering
Thoroughly water the corn plant plant after transplanting to help settle the soil and establish strong roots. The soil should be evenly moist but not soggy.
Mulching (optional)
Add a layer of mulch around the base of the plant, keeping it a few inches away from the stem, to help conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
How Do You Care For Corn Plant After Transplanting?
Monitoring
Keep an eye on the corn plant plant's growth and health. Watch for signs of stress, such as wilting or yellowing leaves, and adjust care accordingly.
Watering Regimen
Continue providing consistent moisture for a few weeks, allowing the top 2.5 cm to UNIT_CONVERT_START_2 inches_UNIT_CONVERT_START of soil to dry between waterings. After the plant has established, you can reduce watering frequency to meet the corn plant's typical requirements.
Nutrient Supply
Wait at least two weeks before applying any type of fertilizer or plant food. This will allow the corn plant plant to adjust to its new location and establish roots before receiving an extra nutrient boost.
Pruning
Remove any damaged or weak growth a few weeks after transplanting. This will encourage the corn plant plant to put more energy into establishing strong roots and new, healthy growth.
Troubleshooting Common Issues with Corn Plant Transplantation.
When is the best time to transplant corn plant?
The ideal season for transplanting corn plant is mid-spring to late spring, or mid-fall to late fall, ensuring optimal growth.
What's the proper spacing for transplanting corn plant?
When transplanting corn plant, maintain a distance of about 2-3 feet (60-90 cm) between plants for healthy growth and development.
How deep should the new hole be when transplanting corn plant?
Dig the new hole twice the width of the root ball and equal in depth, allowing the roots to spread comfortably.
What type of soil is best for transplanting corn plant?
Corn plant prefers well-draining, fertile soil with a pH range of 6.0 to 6.5. Adding peat or compost can help improve soil conditions.
How should I water corn plant after transplanting?
Water the transplant thoroughly, ensuring it reaches the root zone. Keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid overwatering.
How much sunlight exposure is ideal for a newly transplanted corn plant?
Corn plant thrives in bright, indirect sunlight. After transplanting, place it in a spot with filtered or dappled light.
Do I need to stake corn plant during transplantation?
Staking is not necessary for corn plant. However, if it appears unstable, temporary staking can help support the plant.
How can I minimize transplant shock for corn plant?
To reduce transplant shock, keep root disturbance minimal, water consistently, and protect the plant from excessive light exposure.
When should I start fertilizing a newly transplanted corn plant?
Wait 4-6 weeks after transplanting before applying a balanced, slow-release fertilizer, giving the plant time to establish.
How can I ensure proper drainage for my transplanted corn plant?
Choose a well-draining soil mix and use a pot with drainage holes. Monitoring water levels also helps prevent waterlogging.
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