Tending for your houseplants can require some time and effort, but all the care put into making sure they look their best is definitely worth it. So, after learning all the necessary steps to take care of their indoor plants, it’s no surprise that some people become frustrated when the leaves on their plants start turning yellow, brown or black.
In order to keep your air-purifying plants looking their best, we need to understand what causes this discoloration in the plants’ leaves.
There are multiple reasons why your houseplants might be looking a little worse for wear, ranging from diseases to simply natural causes. Below, you’ll find some of the common causes for yellowing leaves and how you can prevent it from happening.
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Moisture Stress/Improper watering Under-watering and over-watering your plant can’t cause damage to the roots and make the leaves turn brown, dry and crispy. |
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Temperature Cold drafts on tropical plants will cause leaves to turn yellow. Long periods of exposure to cold temperatures will dry out the leaves and turn them brown. |
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Nutrient Deficiency The plant may not be receiving all the nutrients it requires. This could be due to under or over-fertilizing, a nitrogen deficiency, or too much calcium in the water. |
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Lack of Light Plants may turn yellow if they’re not receiving enough light. Low light limits the rate of photosynthesis. |
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Normal Aging/Disease These issues aren’t easily taken care of. Normal parts of a plant’s life can’t be prevented. |
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Yellowing leaves aren't the end of the line for houseplants, so it's important to understand what's causing the discoloration so that you can fix the issue before discarding the entire plant. If you follow these steps, your air-purifying plants are sure to look healthy and thriving in any indoor space!
Author: Angela Morilla
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