Should I trim the brown tips off?

You can trim them for looks, but be careful not to cut into the healthy green tissue. Use clean, sharp scissors.

Does tap water cause brown tips?

Sometimes the chlorine or minerals in tap water can cause issues. Try using filtered or rainwater if the problem persists.

Kratom: brown tips, causes and fixes

Check these first

Check the humidity level in your room.
Recall if you have fertilized the plant recently.
Examine the leaves for any signs of pests.

Likely causes

Low Humidity
Possible
How to tell: The tips of the leaves turn dry and crispy while the rest of the leaf stays green. This often happens in winter when indoor heating is on.
What to do: Place a humidifier near the plant or group it with other plants to create a microclimate. You can also use a pebble tray filled with water under the pot.
Fertilizer Burn
Possible
How to tell: The brown tips appear shortly after you have applied fertilizer. The edges may look scorched or brittle.
What to do: Flush the soil with plenty of plain water to wash out excess salts. Reduce your fertilizer strength to half of what the label suggests for the next few feedings.

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

Worry if the brown spots start spreading toward the center of the leaf. It is normal for very old leaves to show minor wear at the edges.

Stopping it coming back

Keep the plant away from direct air vents and use a balanced fertilizer sparingly.

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Questions people ask

Should I trim the brown tips off?: You can trim them for looks, but be careful not to cut into the healthy green tissue. Use clean, sharp scissors.
Does tap water cause brown tips?: Sometimes the chlorine or minerals in tap water can cause issues. Try using filtered or rainwater if the problem persists.

Guides to these causes

Salt Stress

Why are my Kratom leaves getting brown tips?

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