Should I cut off the yellow leaves?

Yes, you can snip them off with clean scissors to keep the plant looking tidy. This also helps the plant focus energy on healthy growth.

Can too much sun cause yellow leaves?

Yes, American hogpeanut prefers shade. Too much direct light can bleach and yellow the foliage.

American hogpeanut: yellow leaves, causes and fixes

Check these first

Touch the soil to see if it is soggy.
Check the drainage holes for blockages.
Inspect the undersides of leaves for tiny insects.

Likely causes

Overwatering
Most likely
How to tell: The leaves turn yellow and feel soft or mushy to the touch.
What to do: Stop watering immediately and let the top 2 inches of soil dry out. Ensure your pot has drainage holes so excess water can escape.
Nutrient Deficiency
Possible
How to tell: Older leaves turn yellow while the veins remain green.
What to do: Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength. Do this once every 4 to 6 weeks during the growing season.

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Find out what's wrong with your american hogpeanut

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

Worry if the yellowing spreads rapidly across the whole plant. A single yellow leaf near the base is often just the plant shedding old growth.

Stopping it coming back

Stick to a consistent watering schedule and only water when the top inch of soil is dry.

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Questions people ask

Should I cut off the yellow leaves?: Yes, you can snip them off with clean scissors to keep the plant looking tidy. This also helps the plant focus energy on healthy growth.
Can too much sun cause yellow leaves?: Yes, American hogpeanut prefers shade. Too much direct light can bleach and yellow the foliage.

Why are my American hogpeanut leaves turning yellow?

Check these first

Not sure what's wrong with your american hogpeanut?

Likely causes

Overwatering

Nutrient Deficiency

Find out what's wrong with your american hogpeanut

When to worry

Stopping it coming back

American hogpeanut: yellow leaves? Check yours with a photo

Questions people ask

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