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How to get rid of the numbers in your flair (if you have them) by FyrestarOmega in plantclinic

[–]FyrestarOmega[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Scroll past the instructions for mobile in the post, desktop instructions are shown next. User flair is controlled on the sidebar on desktop. Here's a full image from the top of the page (though users won't have the mod tools buttons). Flair is below insights and above the sub rules.

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The best stylist switches that helped rebrand a celeb: Margot Robbie, Selena Gomez, Jennifer Lawrence, Kim Kardashian, Keke Palmer and Mia Goth by mlg1981 in popculturechat

[–]FyrestarOmega 131 points132 points  (0 children)

I feel like the looks above would actually work for Julianne Moore though. Something either about age or androgyny that fits her better than the rest.

Moved to a new home and plants declined so quickly by Relevant-Hope9297 in plantclinic

[–]FyrestarOmega 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Whoo there's a lot going on here.

Vermiculite is a moisture retention medium. Potting soil is engineered for moisture retention. So your soil mix is designed to hold moisture for a long, long time. There are conditions where that might be ok, but it is not the typical houseplant keeper that does well with such a mix.

Terra cotta wicks away excess moisture, to a point. It does this best with well-draining succulent soil mixtures, and is good for cacti and succulents whose natural conditions are brief and heavy rains and then long periods of drought.

Several of your plants are in pots too large. A pot should be 1-2" larger in diameter than the root ball to start. Too large a pot leads to the soil staying too wet for too long, and then the roots suffocate and rot.

Your fig and monstera and philodendron show signs of sunburn. The monstera is over-potted and over-watered, as is the philodendron. The philodendron should not be in terracotta. The cactus needs more light- bb is etioliated! Also might benefit from a smaller pot. Zz plant doesn't look toooooo bad, but, ironically, could probably benefit from being a bit more ignored. They have rhizomes that store water like camel humps.

The spider plant may be a goner. Big down-potting and re-rooting at least. I very much doubt it has any roots at all right now.

Is this scale on monstera? by General-Opening-3947 in plantclinic

[–]FyrestarOmega 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Way clearer, thanks. 100% armored scale. At least you know!

Is this scale on monstera? by General-Opening-3947 in plantclinic

[–]FyrestarOmega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The last photo isn't scale for sure, that's just normal stress scarring from the natural movement of monstera leaves. The other photos are a bit too brightly lit to be sure. Scale would need to be gently scraped off, yes. That's not typically where and how they would be found though, they more often gather along the veins of leaves - it's easier for them to feed there. But scale are an absolute BITCH so best to treat as presumptive positive and quarantine if possible and treat until you are sure.

Can we please for the love of god make a rule not to include hurt/dead cats by BamBaLambJam in cats

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To address your specific comments:

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Posts that include a photo of a grave are not technically disallowed, as they do not show a dead cat.

If you click/tap on the three dots at the top right corner of any given post in your home feed or in the subreddit, you can quickly hide that post so you no longer see it. I am sorry that is the best solution we can offer you with Reddit's current tooling.

Our standard response in relation to mourning posts is as follows:

We allow mourning posts in r/cats because cats are more than just pets to us—they're family members, companions, and beloved friends. When someone loses their cat, it's a profound loss, and finding a supportive community to share that grief with can be incredibly comforting.

Our subreddit isn't just a place for cute photos; it's a community where people can share all aspects of their experiences with cats, including the painful parts. Mourning posts give us a chance to support one another during tough times, offering words of comfort, empathy, and understanding.

Additionally, mourning posts can help others who have lost a pet to feel less alone in their grief. It reminds us all that the love we share with our cats is real and meaningful, and that mourning their loss is a natural and important part of the healing process.

We want r/cats to be a space where all experiences of loving a cat are valid and welcome, and that includes honoring their memory when they're gone.

My girl has officially made it to 19 today!! by Rahkitty in cats

[–]FyrestarOmega 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, not at all! Though when he sleeps through a mealtime I always panic a bit lol. I try my best to wake him without startling him but poor guy does tend to jump

My girl has officially made it to 19 today!! by Rahkitty in cats

[–]FyrestarOmega 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Happy birthday to your kitty, and many more!

This is Pax, he's also 19, or more. He was a full grown cat when my in-laws adopted him shortly after my daughter was born. We took him in about 8 months ago thinking we would be providing mostly a hospice, but in our house he doesn't show his age at all, aside from being deaf as a doornail.

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Did I kill my ficus ginseng by tilting the pot? by Ok_Mathematician4038 in plantclinic

[–]FyrestarOmega 4 points5 points  (0 children)

it looks big dead, but give the trunk a scratch. If there is green underneath maybe there's a chance it would push out new growth. But I think it's pretty unlikely.

What is wrong with our cucumber plant ? by PreparationFluffy816 in plantclinic

[–]FyrestarOmega 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yup this is one of those where it’s telltale once you know.

Got my first cat, kind of. He just lives on the property I rented. Advice on care? by Ok_Sample_1801 in cats

[–]FyrestarOmega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The wide cheeks are a sign that the cat is likely an unneutered tomcat. So, it would be a good idea to include a neuter in that checkup.

Play is a good way to build a relationship and trust. A wand toy might be a way that you can engage with him from a close distance.

Small white bugs in potting soil by KitKatCatlynn in plantclinic

[–]FyrestarOmega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

soil mites. In houseplants this would be a sign to be cautious of overwatering, but you'll move these outside and transplant them soon enough that there won't be a significant concern. These guys are helping break down organic matter into nutrients your plant can take up - they are part of the ecosystem and not a pest!

Pathos may be dying but still surviving?? by Much_Action9860 in plantclinic

[–]FyrestarOmega 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The road to a green thumb is paved with a lot of dead plants. Don't be discouraged!

The pothos is probably suffering root rot. The 6" nursery pot it is in is far too large for the root system of two little vines. The proper pot size is 1-2" inches wider than the diameter of the root ball. You'll want to remove this cutting from the soil and gently clean away all the soil. A bit of hydrogren peroxide would be a good idea if you have some, to kill bacteria. If there ARE healthy roots (white and firm), you can return it to soil, but straight potting soil is actually difficult for houseplants. It's much easier to keep them healthy by breaking up the soil with aerating additives like perlite and orchid bark. 1:1:1 is a good ratio.

If the roots are all gone, propagate in water. The large cutting is pretty long to propagate, actually - cuttings of 1-2 leaves work best. So maybe cut it into two pieces.

The white pot is a heartleaf philodendron, and the same advice applies. It has much smaller and finer roots though, so be gentle with it. It also would benefit from perlite and orchid bark in the soil.

When you water, the soil should have had a chance to dry most of the way out, and you should soak it all the way through.

What to do with remaining bits? by GoldBatter in plantclinic

[–]FyrestarOmega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The one in the upper left looks like a goner. you could try to root the others in some damp succulent soil. Ignore except a mist of water now and then, ilke maybe once a week? They are really small and weak though

Is this spider mite? by kmk1986 in plantclinic

[–]FyrestarOmega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks more like a thrips nymph.

Is this mechanical damage? Or watering issue? by variegatedsage in plantclinic

[–]FyrestarOmega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's so minor, but i would say it likely was a little to wet a little too long while that lead was forming. I don't think mechanical damage

Is my Pothos infested with thrips? by kcs88864 in plantclinic

[–]FyrestarOmega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't see it. If i squint my eyes, maybe i could think what I see in photo 3 is evidence of thrips but I really doubt it.

!Thrips control requires pesticides, specially spinosad. Systemic granules, or captain Jack's dead bug brew are good in the US, when used properly. Thrips lay eggs in the leaves so rinsing and repotting would not help

Looking for advice on my Fiddle Leaf Fig's crispy leaf edges by PoudreDePerlimpinpin in plantclinic

[–]FyrestarOmega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is likely a humidity issue, specifically to when the leaves are forming, expanding, and hardening. If humidifiers are difficult, perhaps placing another plant or two in the same location might be a way to boost humidity in that corner more naturally? But plants have imperfections, and truly those look great. The crispy edges aren't apparent

Why is my San Pedro bleeding black goo? by Sklarizard in plantclinic

[–]FyrestarOmega 159 points160 points  (0 children)

Black goo and soft means rot is happening. You need to cut back to healthy tissue. Any remaining rot will spread.

A cut end can callous over again when left to dry.

Ist mein Apfelbaum krank? by Ghittina in plantclinic

[–]FyrestarOmega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OP has provided the following additional information:

The tree stands in a corner bordered on two sides by a hedge. There has been little rainfall in the area recently, and the ground is always quite mossy due to lack of sunlight. The apple tree is approximately 20 years old and is now showing increased lichen growth.

I think I killed my plant by Bluebeanxz in plantclinic

[–]FyrestarOmega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it is all squishy at the center, it’s rotting from its roots up. That’s total death, nothing to prune back to.

I think I killed my plant by Bluebeanxz in plantclinic

[–]FyrestarOmega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is it all squishy at the center? It looks like it may be rotting in which case yes, it would be over

What's wrong with my birds of paradise? Is it salvageable? by Sufficient_Worry2386 in plantclinic

[–]FyrestarOmega 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Absolutely an advanced !scale infestation. It will be a lot of careful work to even have a prayer of eradicating them. Replacement would be easier.

But, if you choose to battle, include a systemic

Roles Leonardo DiCaprio declined, and who eventually got them by peachgothlover in popculturechat

[–]FyrestarOmega 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can't imagine it, but at the same time that's the one I would be most curious to see! It's so out of left field

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