Should I cut off the yellow leaves?

Yes, you can snip them off with clean scissors. They will not turn green again, so removing them helps the plant look better.

Is my plant getting too much light?

Unlikely, as Weeping Figs love bright indirect light. Yellowing is almost always related to water rather than light levels.

Weeping Fig: yellow leaves, causes and fixes

Check these first

Check the soil moisture by sticking your finger a few centimeters deep.
Ensure the pot has drainage holes at the bottom.
Check if the plant has been sitting in a saucer of standing water.

Likely causes

Overwatering
Most likely
How to tell: The leaves turn yellow and might feel soft or mushy. The soil stays wet for a long time after watering.
What to do: Let the soil dry out significantly before watering again. Ensure your pot has drainage holes so excess water can escape.
Underwatering
Possible
How to tell: The leaves turn yellow and feel crispy or dry to the touch. The soil pulls away from the edges of the pot.
What to do: Give the plant a thorough watering until water runs out the bottom. Maintain a schedule of checking the soil every 7 to 10 days.

Yellow leaves on other plants

Find out what's wrong with your weeping fig

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 single yellow leaf at the bottom of the plant is normal aging. Worry if multiple leaves turn yellow at once or if the yellowing spreads rapidly.

Stopping it coming back

Only water when the top few centimeters of soil are dry. Never let your plant sit in a saucer full of water.

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Questions people ask

Should I cut off the yellow leaves?: Yes, you can snip them off with clean scissors. They will not turn green again, so removing them helps the plant look better.
Is my plant getting too much light?: Unlikely, as Weeping Figs love bright indirect light. Yellowing is almost always related to water rather than light levels.

Guides to these causes

Dehydration

Why are my Weeping Fig's leaves turning yellow?

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