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Leggy Growth in Chinese Money Plant
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The Chinese Money Plant has distinctive pancake-shaped leaves on long petioles
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Chinese Money Plant care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to leggy growth in Chinese Money Plant. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Light
Bright indirect light. Rotate regularly for even growth.
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Fertiliser
Monthly in spring/summer.
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Symptoms to look for in Chinese Money Plant
- fiber_manual_recordLong, weak, stretched stems
- fiber_manual_recordLarge gaps between leaves
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Common causes in Chinese Money Plant
- fiber_manual_recordInsufficient light
- fiber_manual_recordLack of pruning
- fiber_manual_recordSeasonal low light
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How to diagnose leggy growth in Chinese Money Plant
Plants lean towards light source or grow tall and thin in low light conditions.
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How to treat leggy growth in Chinese Money Plant
Move to brighter location. Prune to encourage bushy growth. Supplement with grow light.
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Preventing leggy growth in Chinese Money Plant
Provide adequate light. Regular pinching back of growing tips.