Pocket BotanistCheck these first
- Check if the soil has been bone dry for too long.
- Observe if the plant is leaning toward a window.
- Feel the leaves to see if they are firm or soft.
Likely causes
Inconsistent Watering
Most likelyHow to tell: The leaves look shriveled before they fall off.
What to do: Establish a consistent routine of watering every 14 to 21 days. Ensure the soil dries out fully between these sessions.
Insufficient Light
PossibleHow to tell: The plant is stretching toward the light and dropping lower leaves.
What to do: Move the plant to a brighter location with direct sun or partial shade. These plants need plenty of light to stay healthy and retain their foliage.
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When to worry
If the plant is losing many leaves at once, it is a sign of severe stress. It is normal for the oldest, lowest leaves to drop occasionally as the vine grows.
Stopping it coming back
Provide bright, direct light and maintain a steady, infrequent watering schedule.
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Questions people ask
- Is it normal for leaves to fall?
- A few old leaves dropping is natural. Rapid leaf loss is a sign of a problem.
- Does my plant need more sun?
- If it is dropping leaves and looks leggy, it likely needs more direct sunlight.
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