What is it, what can I do about it, and is it a problem? A thread in the Garden Pests and Diseases forum, titled Black spots on Bird Of Paradise They had been there for some time. Usually lower leaves are infected first, and infected leaves often fall off the plant early. Click on links below to jump to that question. Hello everyone, I live in South Florida and have been struggling with my Bird of Paradise plants. A form of thrip, Chaetanaphothrips signipennis, is commonly found on bird of paradise plants and also … Q. Q. In outdoor settings, plant bird-of-paradise at least 6 feet from a building foundation or ornamental structure. Please give a general location when asking questions. What is the problem? The split leaves that give the Bird of Paradise plant it’s bird-like morphology is scientifically believed to be purposeful leaf tearing or lobing of leaves to reduce drag in the wind. According to the University of Hawaii, bird-of-paradise does not have many significant insect pests, but common parasites like mealybugs, scales and aphids can cause problems. The black spots blemishing your bird of paradise's leaves aren't symptoms of an actual disease. Hello everyone, I live in South Florida and have been struggling with my Bird of Paradise plants. With large, coarse-textured leaves and long-lasting blooms, bird of paradise plants find themselves at home in any tropical garden. The most common disease is root rot. Leaves Curling Up on Bird of Paradise Due to Pests and Disease. A mature bird-of-paradise may have a very extensive root and rhizome system, and it can be strong enough to crack shallow walls and sidewalks. They leave holes behind in the leaves. More. Poor soil and improper soil pH will also present as curling leaves on bird of paradise. Recently, it appears that something is eating the leaves but I can't readily id the culprit. I have lost many white BOP to these stupid things. It's not root root, the spot start off as white patches then becomes holes with white edges. Each of the six Christmas cactus species produces a different colored bloom, with red being the most common. Any ideas? Black spot leaf disease shows itself first with black spots appearing on the leaf, then with rings of yellow as the spots grow, until the leaf turns entirely yellow and then falls off. The plant has just had four beautiful flowers… Q. Mexican Yellow Bird Of Paradise - I want to take a cutting of a yellow bird of paradise and plant it. Schlumbergera, commonly referred to as Christmas cactus, derives its common name from its winter bloom period. Angular, yellow to reddish brown lesions were found on all ages of leaves … hi, There are some black spots ( like ink spots) on some foliage of my bird of paradise ( the st..~ Reg ~ one, sorry for the spelling). As with all cacti and succulents, the Christmas cactus is susceptible to disease. As the disease progresses, leaves die and the base of the stem darkens until it becomes black. Several pests have been known to attack bird of paradise plants. Click on links below to jump to that question. I decided to start a segment called “Ask Nell” because you all might have the same questions and/or be interested in the answers. ANSWER: This is a scale insect infestation, likely oleander scale. I recently received three orange BOP and am hoping to keep these away. Except since around March, I've been noticing more and more brown spots on the leaves - these are tiny, thousands of them, evenly spread-out, almost morse-code like and aligned with the cell structure of the leaves. Mark unread; Skip to new; Mark unread Print Skip to new. What is it and is it harming the tree? They leave holes behind in the leaves. The bottom of my black raspberry leaves are covered with an orange substance. How to Deal with Black Spot Leaf Disease. Recently, it appears that something is eating the leaves but I can't readily id the culprit. Can this work, and how… I have spotted the hard little black specs stuck to the backs of the leaves and the occasional bag worm. My orange bird of paradise has these black spots all over some leaves and stems. Symptoms ascend the plant, beginning near the soil line, unlike the symptom displays of other bacterial problems.