Treatment for yellowing leaves of Areca palm, what is the cause of yellow leaves

1. Increase humidity

Reason: The growing environment of Areca palm needs to maintain good air humidity. If the air is too dry and the humidity is not replenished, the leaves will dry and turn yellow.

Solution: Spray water on the leaves and surrounding areas in time during the growing season, especially in the dry winter, pay more attention to spraying water to retain moisture and increase humidity through evaporation of water.

2. Rehydrate in time

Reason: Areca palm needs an appropriate amount of water supply during its growth. If it is not watered for a long time, the roots will not be able to absorb water and the leaves of the plant will naturally turn yellow.

Solution: When you feel that the soil in the pot is dry and lacks water, you need to replenish water in time to ensure that it is watered thoroughly at one time. After the roots absorb the water, it can be supplied to the leaves.

3. Cut off rotten roots

Reason: Too much watering and fertilization is also an important reason for the yellowing of leaves. It will make the roots unable to bear it, causing root rot, affecting growth and causing yellow leaves.

Solution: Cut off the rotten roots under the plant, disinfect and sterilize it, then prepare the soil again for planting. Pay attention to the application of water and fertilizer in the later stage.

4. Strong sunlight

Reason: Areca palm cannot withstand strong sunlight and will be burned and turn yellow after being exposed to the sun.

Solution: Cut off the yellowing leaves and move to a cool place with soft, diffused light.