Should I trim the brown tips?

You can trim the brown parts with clean scissors for aesthetic reasons. Just avoid cutting into the healthy green tissue.

Does tap water cause brown tips?

Sometimes, the minerals in tap water can cause buildup. If your water is very hard, try using filtered or distilled water.

Anthurium: brown tips, causes and fixes

Check these first

Check if the plant is in direct sunlight.
Measure the humidity in the room.
Look for signs of underwatering.

Likely causes

Low Humidity
Most likely
How to tell: The tips of the leaves turn brown and crispy while the rest of the leaf looks healthy.
What to do: Place the plant on a tray filled with pebbles and water or run a humidifier nearby. You can also group it with other plants to create a humid microclimate.
Direct Sunlight
Possible
How to tell: Brown patches appear on the leaves that face the window directly.
What to do: Move the plant to a spot with bright, indirect light. Avoid placing it where the sun hits the leaves during the middle of the day.

Brown tips on other plants

Find out what's wrong with your anthurium

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

Brown tips are rarely fatal, but they indicate the plant is stressed. If the brown spots spread rapidly, check for root issues.

Stopping it coming back

Keep your plant away from heating vents and maintain consistent humidity levels.

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Questions people ask

Should I trim the brown tips?: You can trim the brown parts with clean scissors for aesthetic reasons. Just avoid cutting into the healthy green tissue.
Does tap water cause brown tips?: Sometimes, the minerals in tap water can cause buildup. If your water is very hard, try using filtered or distilled water.

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