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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    April 10, 2018
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    This is how the palm will grow naturally. There is no need to cover them. When you decide to re pot, then you can cover them slightly, but the will come up again later. Just make sure not to bury it more than an inch or so passed the original level. This article will give you more information on the care of these: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/snake-plant/snake-plant-care.htm

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  • Answered by
    BushDoctor on
    May 4, 2018
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    This has undergone some very harsh treatments. There is a chance that it will recover, but trimming the roots on these is never recommended. They will prefer being rootbound.

    The dish soap works on many plants, but also many plants are sensitive to this treatment. This would be one of them. I recommend neem oil for aphids. Alternatively, you can slice and boil hot peppers in water. Let this cool, strain, and spray. This is a much more gentle, and effective treatment.

    Unfortunately, there is very high chance that this plant will be on its way out now. If you are very careful, and give it absolute perfect care, then there is still a chance for it.

    This article will help you in the care of these in the future: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/kentia-palm/howea-forsteriana-kentia-palm.htm

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    Prmme on
    May 5, 2018
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    Many thanks for your answer and advice. I'll give it some tender loving care over the next days and weeks and see if I can bring it back from the brink...........

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    July 6, 2018
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    These palms are susceptible to many diseases, physiological problems and insect attacks. When their leaves curl, there are two possible causes.
    Thrips are tiny insects with fringe on their wings that feed on the cat palm’s plant cells. They cause stippling or tiny spots on the leaves, silvery scars, calloused spots and stunt the leaf, causing it to curl or roll.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/controlling-thrips.htm

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    BushDoctor on
    August 29, 2018
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    Can you include a photo? This can be done by wind, or animals. The leaf can usually survive if snapped, so it doesn't really hurt the palm. To stop the issue, you will need to catch the pest in the act. Knowing what it is will help me to find a remedy to stop this.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    October 4, 2018
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    This is completely normal. This actually looks good compared to many houseplant Kentia. I wouldn't worry about this. Here is an article for more information on care: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/kentia-palm/howea-forsteriana-kentia-palm.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    October 30, 2018
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    This sap is likely caused by scale on the palm. This article will give you information on how to control this: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/palms/sticky-palm-tree-leaves-treatment-for-palm-scale.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    February 26, 2019
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    This could definitely be fertilizer burn. This would be the typical symptom. If your container has drainage holes, you can water a gallon of water through. If not, then you will just have to hope the nutrients run their course before the palm dies.

    You should only water this when it is almost completely dry.

    Here is an article that will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/kentia-palm/howea-forsteriana-kentia-palm.htm

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