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Yellowish leaves

10 years ago

Hi folks!

I assume this should be a tabasco pepper plant (got it from one of my relatives last autumn, it has been overwintered), and the fresh leaf growth are turning yellow recently. Although i started to move the plant outdoors for the daytime several weeks ago, i wouldn't think it's caused by direct sunlight.
Could it possibly be calcium deficiency? (I fertilized it like two weeks ago applying ordinary fertilizer)

In addition, i also caught sight of lots of really tiny white dots on some of the leaves causing them turning brown, and the affected leaves come off easily. What could it be?

I hope i can post another picture as well demonstrating the former. (I'm new to this forum)

Thank you for advance!

Comments (4)

Joe1q2w3e
Original Author
10 years ago
Okay, i attach hereby the white-spot symptom of my other pepper plant, which can give a better demonstration for this disease.
jean001a
10 years ago
Doubt it's a disease.
Have you checked the undersides of the leaves for spider mites?
Kimmsr
10 years ago
The plant is growing in a pot and appears to have chlorosis, lack of ability to manufacture chlorophyll.

Here is a link that might be useful: chlorosis
geosankie
10 years ago
Over Fertilization is also a possible cause. Salt buildup from long term container fertilization causes water and nutrient uptake problems. The containers may need a good flushing to get rid of the buildup.

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