Bird of Paradise Moved Outdoors Develops Black Spots: Fungal Adjustment

Transition Stress

Moving a long-term indoor plant outdoors exposes it to fungal spores, wind, and UV. Black spots on leaf spines suggest fungal infection (e.g., Cercospora).

Immediate Steps

1. Spray copper fungicide on all foliage.
2>Monitor new growth; if clean, fungus is controlled. 3>If decline continues, repot and keep outdoors in container.

Long-Term

Bird of paradise (Strelitzia reginae) prefers outdoors in coastal CA. Allow adjustment period; avoid overwatering during transition.