Should I cut the brown tips off?

You can trim the brown parts with clean scissors for aesthetic reasons. Avoid cutting into the healthy green tissue to prevent further stress to the leaf.

Is my fertilizer causing the brown tips?

Yes, excessive fertilizer can cause salt burn on the tips. Flush the soil with plenty of water to wash away excess salts if you have been fertilizing heavily.

Jackfruit: brown tips, causes and fixes

Check these first

Feel the soil to see if it is bone dry.
Check the air humidity levels in your room.
Examine the leaf edges for signs of salt buildup from tap water.

Likely causes

Underwatering
Most likely
How to tell: The leaf tips become dry, crispy, and brown while the rest of the leaf looks dull. The soil feels hard and pulls away from the edges of the pot.
What to do: Water the tree deeply until water runs out of the drainage holes. Set a reminder to check the soil every 3 to 5 days to keep it evenly moist.
Low Humidity
Possible
How to tell: The tips turn brown even though the soil is moist. This is common in dry indoor environments or during hot, windy weather.
What to do: Mist the leaves with water daily or place a humidifier nearby. You can also group the tree with other plants to create a more humid microclimate.

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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

A few brown tips are common, especially in older leaves. Worry if the browning is moving inward toward the center of the leaf or affecting the majority of the foliage.

Stopping it coming back

Keep the soil moisture consistent and protect the tree from drying drafts or heaters. Use filtered water if your tap water has high mineral content.

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Questions people ask

Should I cut the brown tips off?: You can trim the brown parts with clean scissors for aesthetic reasons. Avoid cutting into the healthy green tissue to prevent further stress to the leaf.
Is my fertilizer causing the brown tips?: Yes, excessive fertilizer can cause salt burn on the tips. Flush the soil with plenty of water to wash away excess salts if you have been fertilizing heavily.

Guides to these causes

Dehydration

Why are my jackfruit's leaf tips turning brown?

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