What to do if the leaves of Areca palm turn yellow and dry

Unsuitable soil

For indoor potted Areca palms, you should choose slightly acidic soil. If the soil is not acidic enough, it will affect the absorption function of the Areca palm roots and cause the leaves to turn yellow.

Areca palm is suitable for planting in sandy loam. If the soil in the pot is too sticky, it will cause some root tips to rot, then the leaves will begin to turn yellow, the plant will not grow well or even die.

Improper transplantation

Transplanting into pots is an important step in growing Areca palm at home. Improper operation will cause the leaves of the plant to turn yellow. When potting, part of the outer root system needs to be removed, but the outer root system is the main root system for root breathing. If it is damaged by improper operation, the plant will not be able to supply nutrients and will gradually wither and die. The sign of death is that the leaves turn yellow and droop.

Overwatering

The Areca palm is taller, and the nutrients needed for its leaves must be transported by the roots. With appropriate watering, the roots can absorb the water quickly and keep the leaves green, but if the soil in the pot is too wet, it will affect the respiration of the roots, affect the root water absorption, and directly cause the leaves to turn yellow.

Too little watering

It is not good to water too much or too little. Areca palm needs sufficient water during its growth period. When the soil in the pot is dry for a long time, the leaves will begin to turn yellow and wither because the plant cannot get enough water it needs for growth.

Humidity is too low

The growth of Areca palm requires higher air humidity. When the air is too dry, the leaves will begin to turn yellow slowly. During the entire growth period, the leaves and the surrounding environment should be sprayed with water 3 to 4 times a day to increase the air humidity. But watering should be stopped after dormancy (after winter).

Temperature is too low

Areca palm likes warmth, so it is necessary to keep warm and prevent frost in winter. Generally, it can overwinter safely at around 10 ℃. If the temperature is too low, the plant will be frozen, the leaves will turn yellow, the leaf tips will dry up, and the roots will be damaged, affecting its growth in the next year.

Too much sunlight

Areca palm needs plenty of sunlight to grow, but it needs appropriate shade from May to September . During this period, excessive light can easily cause burns to the leaves of the plant, which is what we often call sunscald. Yellow spots will appear on the leaves and they will turn burnt and yellow. As time goes by, the entire plant will wilt. Therefore, in summer, the plants should be placed under a shade or a large tree to avoid direct sunlight.

Pest infestation

Spider mites and scale insects are common pests of Areca palm. When spider mites or scale insects grow on the leaves of Areca palm, the pests will damage the plants and the seeds will begin to turn yellow. If no measures such as spraying pesticides are taken, the Areca palm will slowly die.

The yellowing of Areca palm leaves is a common problem in potted Areca palms. There are many causes for the problem and the solutions are also different, but all that is needed is our careful care.