Why is my ZZ plant turning brown And How to Fix It

The ZZ plant, is a low-maintenance plant commonly found in houses. Zamioculcas zamiifolia is known as ZZ plants. It is an East African gem that is hardy and relatively easy to care for when following the proper care guidelines. Despite being low maintenance, you may experience a time when the ZZ Plant leaves are turning brown.

The plants are easy to grow. Sometimes they turn into brown following improper treatment, indicating that they need our attention to become healthy again. There are some common reasons why this might be happening and with a little attention or care, you can help the plant to recover its health and vitality.

Humidity

This houseplant doesn’t require much high humidity and will do just fine with normal home humidity. However, if the ZZ Plant has brown leaves, it may be a sign that the environment is too dry and the humidity will need to raise to prevent any more leaves on the ZZ Plant from turning brown.

Drainage

Drainage is another big issue that can contribute to brown ZZ plant leaves. If the plant is sitting in a pot without drainage holes, excess water can accumulate at the bottom and lead to root rot.

Light

Light conditions can contribute to the browning of the leaves of ZZ plant. While ZZ plants are adaptable and can tolerate low light, prolonged exposure to insufficient light levels can lead to reduced photosynthesis and slowed the growth.

Fixing

At first, exposure to direct sunlight, especially during the hottest part of the day and it can cause the leaves to burn and turn brown. Remember that the plant pot has adequate drainage and consider repotting it in a new pot with drainage holes if necessary. You can place a tray of water filled with pebbles that is beneath the plant to create a humid microclimate.

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