The occasional leaf that discolors and falls off is the most normal thing in the world, so there is absolutely no need to worry about it. It often happens that a plant lets older (lower) leaves fall off to use the energy to grow new leaves at the top. You can let the leaf hang down and let it dry out, so that the plant can draw some nutrients from it OR you choose to cut the leaf away. You do this with a pruning scissors or knife usually as close to the stem as possible, without damaging the stem. When your plant starts to discolour a lot, there is a chance that something is wrong and it is best to go and investigate. Spots and edgesFading or discoloration
mosaic virusWhen your leaves show a mosaic pattern & deformation of the leaves, it's quite possible that your plant is really sick. There is little you can do about it except remove the leaves, clean your knife or scissors well after use so you don't pass the virus on to another plant. Is your plant almost taken over by the diseased leaves? Then it's time to say goodbye and you better get rid of it before it infects other plants. HumidityBugs
Yellow leaves do not recoverAn ugly leaf won't get back beautiful, which is why it's best to remove it, the plant no longer benefits from it & it doesn't look super fresh. A few other causes can be draughts, severe temperature changes, or an overdose of nutrition. Too much nutrition damages the roots which can cause the plant to be unable to maintain its leaves. One leaf can do no harm, but more leaves in a short period of time will set off an alarm bell. Did you like it? Please leave a 👍 below & follow my plant adventures on Instagram!
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AuthorCrazy plant lady who likes to inspire others! Everything I write here comes from my own experience, knowledge that I gained by reading books and on the internet. If I would literally copy someone's info, I would do my best to link it of course! Do you spot typos or do you have other concerns, let me know! Have fun reading! I've only just started writing English blogs since January 2021, that's why there are many Dutch blogs and not so many English ones.
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Maart 2022
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