If your indoor palm gets brown leaf tips, brown or yellow leaves, then you shouldn't wait long before doing something about it. Diseases are rarely the reason for the discoloration, but your palm tree definitely needs help.
Why does my indoor palm have brown leaves and what can I do about it?
Indoor palms often develop brown leaves or tips due to lack of water, low humidity and direct sunlight. To counteract this, you should ensure sufficient moisture, protect the palm tree from direct sun and ensure higher humidity.
First aid measures for brown leaves
Check the soil in the pot of your indoor palm for moisture. If the soil is too dry, the leaves will turn brown over time. In this case, water your palm tree thoroughly. If the palm tree is in the bright sun, it could also have gotten sunburned. This is easily reinforced by drops of water on the leaves.
The most common causes of brown leaves or tips:
- Water shortage
- too low humidity
- direct sunlight
Tip
Protect your indoor palm tree from direct sunlight for long periods of time and ensure high humidity, these are the best protective measures against brown leaves.
