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Check these first
- Check the soil moisture level with your finger.
- Lift the pot to see if it feels unusually light.
- Examine 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 sides of the pot.
What to do: Soak the entire 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 despite the soil being wet, and the base feels mushy.
What to do: Check the roots for a dark, slimy appearance. Trim away any rotted roots and repot the plant 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 does not perk up within a few hours of watering, the roots may be damaged. Drooping after a recent repotting is normal as the plant adjusts.
Stopping it coming back
Maintain a strict watering schedule every 2 to 4 days and never let the soil dry out completely.
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Every plant is a little different. Take a photo of your remote 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?
- The soil should feel like a wrung-out sponge at all times. Do not let it dry out between waterings.
- Will my plant recover from root rot?
- It depends on how much of the root system is healthy. If the roots are firm and white, it has a good chance of recovery.
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