Indoor houseplants are a popular way to bring a touch of nature into your home and improve air quality, but they can sometimes encounter problems that affect their growth and appearance. Here is a list of common indoor houseplant problems, their symptoms, and solutions to help you keep your plants healthy and thriving.
| Problem | Symptom | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Overwatering | Yellowing or wilting leaves | Allow soil to dry out and reduce watering frequency |
| Underwatering | Dry, brown leaves | Water plant thoroughly and increase watering frequency |
| Pest infestation | Small bugs or webs on plant | Wipe down plant with a mixture of water and dish soap or use a chemical pest control product |
| Fungal or bacterial disease | Discolored or distorted leaves | Isolate infected plant and remove infected leaves, apply a fungicide or bactericide |
| Inadequate light | Yellowing or pale leaves, spindly growth | Move plant to a location with more light |
| Excess light | Sunburned or faded leaves | Move plant to a location with indirect light or provide additional shade |
| Excess fertilization | Yellowing or browning leaves | Reduce the amount of fertilizer used or flush excess fertilizer out of the soil |
| Low humidity | Dry, brown leaves | Increase humidity by misting plant regularly or placing plant on a pebble tray filled with water |