You find stains on the parquet, table or other surface in the morning because the banana plant is dripping? Read why the exotic does this and how you can gently remove the stains.
How to remove stains caused by banana plant?
How to remove stains caused by the banana plant depends on the surface. Glass, for example, can be cleaned very well with aglass ceramic cleaner, while other materials can be cleaned withgall soaporscouring agentDissolve some gall soap in water and treat the affected area.
Why is the banana plant dripping?
Dripping banana plants because this is how they want to get rid ofexcess water. The phenomenon is also known asGuttation and occurs when plants cannot transpire properly. Depending on how much and with what you fertilize the plant, this water contains various s alts and tannic acids. The ingredients mentioned are responsible for the often very stubborn stains that the banana plant causes. Therefore, make sure to always place the plant on a stain-proof or easy-to-clean surface.
How to prevent banana plant dripping?
Banana plants drip – causing hard-to-remove stains – when they havehigh water saturation. You can minimize dripping orprevent this by watering the plantlessIn addition, thehumidityshould be reduced if necessary - ideal isbetween 50 and 60 percent– as well as avoiding strong temperature differences between day and night. The banana plant feels most comfortable ateven temperatures, and you shouldn't keep it too wet - waterlogging will sooner or later lead to rot!
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How to remove banana stains from clothes?
Banana stains from clothing - for example from the banana pulp from the baby's romper - or in the carpet can be easily removed with a little effort and quick action. Don't let the stains dry out too much and soak them in gall soap before washing. A commercially available stain remover (e.g. stain remover) also often shows good results. Then wash the clothes in the washing machine.
