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Check these first
- Check if the soil is bone dry.
- Lift the pot to see if it feels unusually light.
- Check the base of the plant for mushy stems.
Likely causes
Severe Dehydration
Most likelyHow to tell: The leaves look limp and the soil has pulled away from the edges of the pot.
What to do: Soak the pot in a basin of water for 30 minutes to rehydrate the root ball. Ensure the soil stays damp moving forward.
Root Rot
PossibleHow to tell: The plant droops even though the soil is wet, and the base feels mushy.
What to do: Check the roots for a dark, slimy appearance. If rot is present, trim away the damaged roots and repot in fresh, well draining soil.
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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.
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When to worry
If the plant perks up after watering, it is fine. If it stays limp after the soil is moist, the roots may be damaged.
Stopping it coming back
Keep the soil consistently damp and avoid letting it dry out completely between waterings.
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Every plant is a little different. Take a photo of your false fox sedge and Pocket Botanist tells you which cause is most likely, how serious it is, and what to try first. A few checks a day are free. Save the plant and you get care reminders timed for it.
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Questions people ask
- How much water does it need?
- It needs enough water to keep the soil damp at all times. Check it every 3 to 7 days.
- Can too much sun cause drooping?
- Yes, if the plant is in direct sun, it will lose moisture faster than it can replace it. Move it to a spot with bright, indirect light.
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