Marianne's Response

Yellow leaves

I’ve had this plant for a very long time; in fact brought it back to life twice. Just recently it started losing leaves, turn yellow. I suspect it needs more water (ive been distracted from my routine) but it’s so severe I’m concerned.

Posted by Glenda Sitnek on June 6, 2019

Marianne's Response

The image you sent looks like a Ti plant. Losing the lowest or older leaves to yellowing may be a natural part of the life cycle but if the situation does not improve after watering you should check the back of the leaves of mites, mealybug or even sun burn if the leaves are mostly yellow that face the window. You can use a strong jet of water to wash pests from houseplants. Keep up a regular watering pattern but first feel the soil to make sure the top two inches are dry before you offer more to drink. Too much water and poor drainage can also cause leaves to turn yellow. I suspect your plant will be adjusting and sending out new leaves soon. You get to say you brought it back to life three times. Keep growing, Marianne Binetti