Pocket BotanistCheck these first
- Check the humidity level in the room.
- Examine the soil for white crusty deposits.
- Feel if the leaf tips are brittle.
Likely causes
Low Humidity
Most likelyHow to tell: The tips of the leaves become dry, crispy, and brown while the rest of the leaf remains green.
What to do: Mist the leaves daily with a spray bottle or place a humidifier nearby. You can also set the pot on a tray filled with pebbles and water to increase local humidity.
Mineral Buildup
PossibleHow to tell: Brown tips appear even when you water regularly, often caused by salts in tap water.
What to do: Flush the soil by running lukewarm water through the pot for several minutes to wash out excess salts. Switch to using filtered or rainwater for future waterings.
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When to worry
It is serious if the browning starts moving inward toward the center of the leaf. Minor tip browning is common in indoor environments with dry air.
Stopping it coming back
Keep the tree away from heating vents and use distilled water if your tap water is heavily treated.
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Questions people ask
- Can I trim the brown tips?
- You can trim the brown parts off with sharp scissors. Try to follow the natural shape of the leaf tip for a cleaner look.
- Does the Ashoka tree need a pebble tray?
- A pebble tray is a great way to provide extra moisture to the air around the tree. Just make sure the bottom of the pot is not sitting directly in the water.
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