An aloe vera that loses its leaves is not a pretty sight. The good news is that if the right measures are taken, the houseplant will recover.
Why does aloe vera lose leaves?
If the aloe vera loses leaves, care errors and/or an unfavorable location are often the cause. Changes and proper care are usually enough for the houseplant to recover. If it is waterlogging or frost damage, repotting or warmth will help.
What causes aloe vera to lose its leaves?
If the aloe vera loses its leaves, anunfavorable location or care errors are often the causes. The first signs are yellow or brown leaf discoloration, which can also affect newly sprouting leaves. When researching the cause, you should ask the following questions:
- Is the location too bright, too dark, too warm or too cold?
- Did the aloe vera get too much/not enough water?
- Does the plant stink?
- Are the leaves of aloe vera mushy?
Can aloe vera still be saved despite leaf loss?
Whether you can still save an aloe vera that is losing its leavesdepends on the cause. There is a good chance of rescue if the leaf loss is due to:
- Location: too warm (direct sun), too cold (except frost damage), too dark
- Care errors: too dry
Your chances of saving the houseplant are slim if waterlogging is the cause.
What measures help aloe vera with leaf loss?
Whichrescue measureswill help your aloe veradepends on the causeof leaf lossSuffers under site conditions, it is usually sufficient if the aloe vera is given the right location. If brown leaves and leaf loss can be attributed to drought, increase the watering step by step. If there is waterlogging, it is best to repot the aloe vera in dry substrate and not water it for a long time.
Tip
Give the aloe vera time to recover
Once you have identified the cause of the Aloe vera's leaf loss and taken countermeasures, you should be patient. It may take several weeks for the houseplant to recover. Stay tuned. As long as the condition doesn't worsen, there is hope for the robust aloe vera.
