Can I trim the brown tips off?

Yes, you can trim the brown parts off with clean scissors. Try to follow the natural shape of the leaf tip for a tidy look.

Does tap water cause brown tips?

Sometimes the minerals in tap water can build up in the soil and cause tip burn. If you suspect this, try using filtered or rainwater.

Asiatic dayflower: brown tips, causes and fixes

Check these first

Check if the soil is completely dry.
Feel the air around the plant for dryness.
Look for signs of heat stress from nearby vents.

Likely causes

Low humidity
Most likely
How to tell: The tips of the leaves turn dry and crispy while the rest of the leaf looks healthy. This is common in homes with central heating or air conditioning.
What to do: Mist the leaves with water every few days or place the pot on a tray filled with pebbles and water. Do not let the bottom of the pot touch the water.
Underwatering
Possible
How to tell: The leaves feel dry and the tips turn brown and brittle. The soil will feel very dry and pull away from the sides of the pot.
What to do: Water the plant thoroughly until water runs out of the drainage holes. Maintain a consistent schedule of watering every 2 to 4 days.

Brown tips on other plants

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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

Brown tips are rarely fatal but indicate the plant is stressed. It is usually just a cosmetic issue unless the browning starts moving inward toward the leaf center.

Stopping it coming back

Keep the plant away from direct drafts and maintain steady soil moisture.

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Questions people ask

Can I trim the brown tips off?: Yes, you can trim the brown parts off with clean scissors. Try to follow the natural shape of the leaf tip for a tidy look.
Does tap water cause brown tips?: Sometimes the minerals in tap water can build up in the soil and cause tip burn. If you suspect this, try using filtered or rainwater.

Guides to these causes

Dehydration

Why are my Asiatic dayflower leaf tips turning brown?

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