Will the brown tips turn green again?

No, the brown parts are dead tissue and will not recover. You can trim the brown edges off with clean scissors if you dislike the look.

Misting provides only temporary relief and is not very effective. It is better to use a pebble tray or a humidifier for consistent results.

Ragged Robin: brown tips, causes and fixes

Check these first

Feel the air around the plant for drafts or dry heat.
Look at the soil surface for white mineral deposits.
Check if the soil has been allowed to dry out too much.

Likely causes

Low Humidity
Most likely
How to tell: The tips of the leaves turn brown and brittle while the rest of the leaf stays green. This is a classic sign that the air is too dry for this moisture loving plant.
What to do: Group your plant with others to create a more humid microclimate. You can also place a tray of pebbles and water near the base to increase local humidity.
Salt Buildup
Possible
How to tell: Brown tips appear even when the soil is kept damp, often accompanied by a white crust on the soil surface. This happens when minerals from tap water accumulate in the soil.
What to do: Flush the soil by running room temperature water through the pot for several minutes. Use filtered or rainwater for future waterings to prevent mineral buildup.

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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

A few brown tips are usually just a sign of environmental stress. Worry if the browning continues to move inward toward the center of the leaves.

Stopping it coming back

Keep the plant away from direct airflow from heaters or air conditioners. Water with filtered water to avoid salt accumulation in the soil.

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Questions people ask

Will the brown tips turn green again?: No, the brown parts are dead tissue and will not recover. You can trim the brown edges off with clean scissors if you dislike the look.
Does misting help?: Misting provides only temporary relief and is not very effective. It is better to use a pebble tray or a humidifier for consistent results.

Guides to these causes

Salt Stress

Why are my Ragged Robin leaf tips turning brown?

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