The Hidden Water Trap in Your Calathea’s Pleated Leaves—and Why It’s Silently Growing Mold
Your Calathea’s pleated leaves aren’t just a watering problem—they’re creating tiny water reservoirs where mold and bacteria thrive. Those folds trap moisture against the stem, creating the perfect environment for fungal and bacterial infections to spread unchecked. Here’s exactly what’s happening and how to stop it.