Should I cut off the yellow leaves?

Yes, you can snip them off with clean scissors. This helps the plant focus its energy on healthy new growth.

Can low light cause yellow leaves?

Yes, because this plant loves full sun, it will struggle and yellow if kept in a dark corner. Move it to a spot with direct light.

Bobo: yellow leaves, causes and fixes

Check these first

Feel the soil depth to see if it is waterlogged.
Inspect the drainage holes for blockages.
Check the undersides of the leaves for tiny pests.

Likely causes

Overwatering
Most likely
How to tell: The lower leaves turn yellow and feel mushy to the touch. You might also notice a sour smell coming from the pot.
What to do: Stop watering until the top inch of soil feels dry. Ensure your pot has drainage holes so excess water can escape freely.
Nutrient deficiency
Most likely
How to tell: The leaves turn a pale yellow while the veins remain green. This happens when the plant has been in the same soil for a long time.
What to do: Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 4 to 6 weeks during the growing season. If the plant is very root bound, consider repotting it into fresh, nutrient rich soil.

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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

It is normal for the oldest bottom leaves to yellow and drop as the plant grows. Worry if the yellowing spreads rapidly to the new growth or if the stems feel soft.

Stopping it coming back

Maintain a consistent watering schedule and never let the plant sit in a saucer of standing water.

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Questions people ask

Should I cut off the yellow leaves?: Yes, you can snip them off with clean scissors. This helps the plant focus its energy on healthy new growth.
Can low light cause yellow leaves?: Yes, because this plant loves full sun, it will struggle and yellow if kept in a dark corner. Move it to a spot with direct light.

Why are my Tessaria integrifolia leaves turning yellow?

Check these first

Not sure what's wrong with your bobo?

Likely causes

Overwatering

Nutrient deficiency

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When to worry

Stopping it coming back

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Questions people ask

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