What to do if the leaves of Epiphyllum are scorched and shrunken

What to do if the tips of Epiphyllum leaves are burnt

Sometimes the leaves of Epiphyllum will dry up and burn, which usually happens at the intersection of winter and spring. It may also be due to the influence of the scorching sun in summer and the effect of repotting. If the leaves of Epiphyllum appear to be scorched, they need to be treated differently. Do not try random methods to treat them, as this may have a counterproductive effect.

However, the phenomenon of leaves burning on Epiphyllum mainly occurs during the winter or when it is exposed to the scorching sun. The two are relatively easy to distinguish. In addition, it is normal metabolism. When the leaves are burnt, they usually only need to be pruned. After the maintenance environment returns to normal, the condition of the plant will recover.

What to do if the leaves of Epiphyllum die

The leaves of Epiphyllum are sometimes prone to die in large areas, mostly due to frost damage in winter. Because Epiphyllum is very afraid of frost, if it suffers frost damage in winter, the plant will become soft and then die, making it difficult to save.

In winter, it is important to keep the temperature of Epiphyllum relatively warm. Don't take it out of the house too early in spring. You can first place it in a place with scattered light for maintenance and gradually expose it to sunlight.

What to do if the leaves of Epiphyllum are shriveled

Sometimes the leaves of Epiphyllum will shrivel up. If this is not because the soil is dry, it is because of lack of ventilation or humidity.

If the leaves begin to shrivel, measures must be taken. Do not wait until the entire plant shrivels up, as this will become irreversible. So when the leaves start to shrivel, analyze whether it is a problem with ventilation or soil, and prescribe the right remedy.