How to remedy the yellowing of epipremnum leaves
The article introduces how to remedy the yellowing of epipremnum leaves and the methods for dealing with epipremnum yellowing, as well as some flowering plant knowledge. Next, the editor will provide an introduction.
Epipremnum is a very common plant in homes. Its leaves remain lush green throughout the year, and it grows very fast. The hanging vines can be treated as hanging orchids, and its branches can be attached to walls to create a green epipremnum wall. However, recently many flower enthusiasts have reported to Xiaoqi that their epipremnum leaves are turning yellow again, what should they do? In fact, the reasons for the yellowing of epipremnum leaves are simple, with a total of four reasons. By addressing these four points, we can find the real cause and take immediate remedial action to save it completely. If delayed, it can easily lead to difficulty in treatment, eventually causing the entire plant to wither or die.
1. Water yellowing
The most common cause of yellowing leaves in epipremnum is improper watering. In the process of growing epipremnum, if excessive water is given, it may not rot the roots, but the soil is not breathable, and the accumulated soil wraps around the roots, hindering the root respiration, which leads to yellowing leaves. This type of yellowing starts from the old leaves and gradually affects the entire leaf. Initially, one or two leaves may be affected, but prolonged accumulation can cause a large number of lower leaves to turn yellow. If root rot occurs, the leaves will also show signs of rot. Moreover, if we do not water for a long time, the leaves of epipremnum will wilt. Although they can recover after watering, repeated occurrences due to dry roots that cannot grow new roots will cause the lower leaves to gradually turn yellow and fall off.
This is the main reason for water yellowing, both excessive and insufficient watering are not recommended. Generally, when growing epipremnum in pots at home, water should be given when the potting soil is almost dry. This will avoid problems. If indoor ventilation is good, water the plant when the soil surface is dry, allowing the soil to have a process of drying and wetting, and use loose and breathable soil. The yellowing of epipremnum leaves will not occur.
2. Fertilizer yellowing
Fertilizer yellowing is caused by a lack of fertilizer. To make epipremnum grow rapidly at home, fertilizer is essential. If you notice that your epipremnum is not growing and the leaves are gradually turning yellow, with the leaf veins turning yellow first and then spreading to the entire leaf, this is caused by a lack of fertilizer. To prevent yellowing of epipremnum leaves, regular fertilization is crucial. When it is growing obviously, it indicates the peak growing season. Fertilizer should be supplemented regularly and in appropriate amounts. Using a multi-element or high-nitrogen fertilizer with no lack of other elements, once or twice a month, will allow it to grow rapidly without yellowing. Its growing season is in spring, summer, and autumn, while in winter, low temperatures prevent it from growing.
How to remedy the yellowing of epipremnum leaves
3. Light yellowing
Light yellowing is caused by inappropriate exposure to light, which can be divided into two situations: lack of light and excessive light. If your epipremnum is placed in a bright or dark place for a long time without exposure to sunlight, its leaves will become smaller and thinner, showing a light green and yellowish color due to lack of light. If there is prolonged lack of light, the lower leaves will also turn yellow and fall off in large numbers. Moreover, if you place epipremnum directly in the sun, sudden exposure to strong light can burn the leaves. Long exposure to strong light will cause the old leaves to turn yellow from the edges inward, eventually affecting all leaves and leading to yellowing and falling off. To grow epipremnum properly, it prefers diffused light and should be placed where it can receive one or two hours of light each day, such as before 9 a.m. or after 4 p.m., when the light is not too strong, allowing the leaves to grow thick and green.
4. Alkali yellowing
Epipremnum is not picky about soil, but if the soil is alkaline during maintenance, it can also lead to stopped growth and yellowing leaves. The yellowing of epipremnum leaves caused by alkaline soil starts from the leaf edges and gradually spreads inward. The yellowing edges can clearly show green veins, while the rest of the leaf edges are yellow. This is caused by alkaline soil. If you are growing epipremnum in the northern region, where the water and soil are alkaline, you need to adjust the soil regularly, such as adding vinegar once or twice a month. As long as the soil is not severely alkaline, yellowing leaves will not occur. If epipremnum stops growing and shows obvious signs as mentioned by Xiaoqi, it is likely due to alkaline soil. Adjust the soil promptly to prevent new leaves from turning yellow.
If your epipremnum leaves turn yellow at home and you don't know what to do, first check these four reasons to identify the main cause of the yellowing leaves in your epipremnum and then make appropriate improvements to save it completely and restore its growth. Immediate action is necessary for补救. Delayed action may make it impossible to save.
The above is a specific introduction to how to remedy the yellowing of epipremnum leaves and the methods for dealing with epipremnum yellowing, hoping to provide some flowering plant knowledge for green plant enthusiasts.