Plant questions

Real questions from home gardeners, the kind people post with a worried photo, answered by GrowPls: what's likely going on, what to do about it, and when to worry.

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  Alocasia (African mask/Polly type)

  Why are the leaves on my Alocasia always drying up even though soil stays wet?

  The soil staying constantly wet is likely causing root rot, so the plant can’t take up water and the leaves dry and die. Let the soil dry out between waterings, check for drainage holes, and repot into a well‑draining mix if the roots look mushy or black.

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  Alocasia (African mask)

  What are the yellow-edged spots on my Alocasia (African mask) leaves?

  Those yellow-rimmed brown spots are most likely a leaf spot issue, often from moisture staying on the leaves or a stressed, overwatered Alocasia. Remove the worst leaf, keep the foliage dry, and adjust watering and airflow so it doesn’t spread.

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  Alocasia (elephant ear type)

  Why are the leaves on my Alocasia turning brown and yellow at the edges?

  Those crispy brown edges and yellowing leaves are usually from stress: too much direct sun and/or watering issues, especially after a recent repot. Move it to bright shade, keep the soil evenly moist (not soggy), and let it recover without extra fertilizer for a while.

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  Alocasia (African mask / Alocasia x amazonica)

  Why are my Alocasia (African mask) leaves getting yellow and brown patches?

  Those yellow and brown patches are usually from stress to the roots and leaf tissue, most often from inconsistent or heavy watering plus strong light or low humidity. Check the roots and soil moisture, adjust watering, and move the plant to bright filtered light with higher humidity.

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