Pocket BotanistCheck these first
- Touch the soil to see if it is dry.
- Check the location to ensure the plant gets enough light.
- Inspect the stems for any signs of pests.
Likely causes
Drought stress
Most likelyHow to tell: The soil feels dry to the touch and the leaves look wilted or crispy before falling off.
What to do: Water the plant immediately until water runs out of the drainage holes. Keep the soil damp at all times by watering every 1 to 3 days depending on the heat.
Low light
PossibleHow to tell: The plant looks stretched out and the lower leaves turn yellow before dropping.
What to do: Move the pot to a spot with bright indirect light or full sun. Ensure it gets at least 6 hours of light daily to maintain healthy growth.
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When to worry
If the plant is shedding leaves rapidly despite moist soil, it may be suffering from root damage. It is normal for the very oldest leaves at the base to drop occasionally as the plant grows.
Stopping it coming back
Maintain a strict watering schedule to keep the soil consistently damp and provide plenty of bright light.
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Questions people ask
- Can I let the soil dry out between waterings?
- No, this plant thrives in wet conditions and prefers to stay damp at all times.
- Will the leaves grow back?
- The plant will grow new leaves from the nodes if the stems are still healthy and green.
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This article was generated with AI from the plant’s care profile and is general information, not horticultural advice. Read about how we build these guides.