Should I trim the brown tips off?

Yes, you can trim the brown parts with clean scissors for a tidier look. Just be careful not to cut into the healthy green tissue.

Does tap water hurt my agrimony?

Some plants are sensitive to chlorine or fluoride in tap water. If you see persistent browning, switching to rainwater is a safe bet.

Common agrimony: brown tips, causes and fixes

Check these first

Check the soil moisture with your finger to ensure it is not bone dry.
Inspect the leaf tips for signs of crispiness.
Observe if the brown areas are spreading toward the center of the leaf.

Likely causes

Low Humidity
Most likely
How to tell: The leaf edges become dry and crispy while the rest of the foliage remains green. This often happens when indoor air is too dry.
What to do: Mist the leaves with water every few days to increase local humidity. You can also place the pot on a tray filled with pebbles and water to create a humid microclimate.
Mineral Buildup
Possible
How to tell: The tips turn brown even when the soil is kept consistently moist. This is often caused by salts or chlorine in tap water.
What to do: Switch to using filtered or rainwater for your next few waterings. Flush the soil thoroughly with distilled water to wash away accumulated mineral salts.

Brown tips on other plants

Find out what's wrong with your common agrimony

The list above covers the usual causes. Pocket Botanist looks at a photo of your actual plant and tells you the likely cause, how serious it is, and what to try first. Identification and a health check are free.

When to worry

It is normal for older lower leaves to develop minor browning as they age. Worry if the browning spreads rapidly to new growth.

Stopping it coming back

Keep the soil consistently moist and avoid letting the plant sit in dry, drafty air.

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Questions people ask

Should I trim the brown tips off?: Yes, you can trim the brown parts with clean scissors for a tidier look. Just be careful not to cut into the healthy green tissue.
Does tap water hurt my agrimony?: Some plants are sensitive to chlorine or fluoride in tap water. If you see persistent browning, switching to rainwater is a safe bet.

Guides to these causes

Salt Stress

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