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 so it looks tidy.

Does this plant flower?

Yes, it produces yellow flowers that look like small dandelions. It needs full sun to bloom well, so if it is not flowering, move it to a brighter spot.

Rough hawkbit: brown tips, causes and fixes

Check these first

Check the soil to see if it is bone dry.
Look for heat sources like vents or radiators near the plant.
Feel the texture of the brown tips to see if they are crispy or soft.

Likely causes

Underwatering
Possible
How to tell: The leaf tips turn brown and crispy, and the entire leaf may eventually curl inward. The soil feels hard and pulls away from the edges of the pot.
What to do: Give the plant a thorough watering until water drains from the bottom. Maintain a consistent schedule of checking the soil every 7 to 14 days.
Low humidity
Possible
How to tell: This is less common for this plant, but it usually happens when the air is extremely dry, such as near a heater or air conditioner. The tips brown slowly while the rest of the leaf stays green.
What to do: Move the plant away from direct drafts or heat vents. You do not need to mist the plant, as it prefers standard home humidity levels.

Brown tips on other plants

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When to worry

If the brown tips are accompanied by wilting or drooping, the plant is severely dehydrated. A tiny bit of browning on the very edge is often just a reaction to dry indoor air.

Stopping it coming back

Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy, and keep the plant away from direct airflow from heaters.

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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 so it looks tidy.
Does this plant flower?: Yes, it produces yellow flowers that look like small dandelions. It needs full sun to bloom well, so if it is not flowering, move it to a brighter spot.

Guides to these causes

Dehydration

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