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Brown Tips in Dracaena Reflexa
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Dracaena reflexa is an attractive foliage plant with slender, arching stems and lanceolate leaves that often display green and yellow variegation
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Dracaena Reflexa care requirements
These care conditions are most relevant to brown tips in Dracaena Reflexa. Check each one as a potential cause.
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Humidity
Moderate to high humidity is ideal (50–70%). Mist leaves weekly or place the pot on a pebble tray filled with water to increase ambient humidity.
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Water
Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil are dry. Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce frequency in winter. Overwatering is the primary cause of decline.
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Temperature
Prefers warm conditions between 65–80°F (18–27°C). Keep away from cold drafts and temperatures below 55°F (13°C), which may cause leaf drop.
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Symptoms to look for in Dracaena Reflexa
- fiber_manual_recordBrown crispy leaf tips
- fiber_manual_recordBrowning progressing inward
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Common causes in Dracaena Reflexa
- fiber_manual_recordLow humidity
- fiber_manual_recordUnderwatering
- fiber_manual_recordFluoride or salt build-up
- fiber_manual_recordFertiliser burn
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How to diagnose brown tips in Dracaena Reflexa
Check humidity and watering frequency. If soil is dry, underwatering is likely. If soil is moist, check humidity levels.
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How to treat brown tips in Dracaena Reflexa
Increase humidity with a humidifier or pebble tray. Water more consistently. Flush soil if salt build-up is suspected.
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Preventing brown tips in Dracaena Reflexa
Maintain 50%+ humidity. Water with filtered or distilled water. Avoid over-fertilising.