Why does your Kalanchoe tomentosa have brown leaf tips? Diagnose the cause and fix it with our step-by-step guide.
Kalanchoe tomentosa is a succulent that prefers moderate humidity; extremely dry indoor air can cause the moisture at the leaf margins to evaporate faster than the plant can replace it.
Excessive buildup of mineral salts from tap water or fertilizer in the substrate can cause osmotic stress, leading to localized tissue death at the leaf tips.
While drought-tolerant, prolonged periods without water cause the succulent to prioritize moisture for the core, leading to desiccation and browning of the furthest extremities (the tips).
Fluctuating water availability causes cells to take up too much water, eventually bursting and leaving behind necrotic brown spots or tips.
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