Why do the leaves of Aspidistra turn yellow? How to remedy the yellowing of Aspidistra leaves?

Aspidistra is very common in our daily life. It is loved by people because of its high ornamental value and purification effect. So why do the leaves of Aspidistra turn yellow? How to remedy the yellowing leaves of Aspidistra? The following editor will explain them one by one, hoping to help you.

Why do the leaves of the orchid turn yellow?

The main reason why the new leaves of Aspidistra turn yellow is due to long-term lack of light or sun exposure, insufficient watering, and low air humidity. Fertilizing too little will only make the leaves smaller, but rarely cause the leaves to turn yellow, unless the lack of fertilizer is particularly serious. Therefore, when we raise Aspidistra, we must water and spray more, expose less to the sun, and fertilize more. If you encounter an Aspidistra with yellow leaves, just cut off the leaves.

How to remedy the yellowing leaves of Aspidistra

1. Control watering

Although this plant likes water, if there is too much water in the pot soil, the roots will not be able to grow normally, which will cause the leaves to turn yellow. You should control the frequency of watering and only water it when you find the soil is dry and white.

2. Reduce light

This plant does not like direct sunlight and prefers a warm growing environment. During the cultivation process, it can receive some scattered light.

3. Enhance lighting

Although this plant likes shade, if it stays in this humid state for a long time, its branches and leaves will slowly wither. You can put it in a lighted and ventilated place every once in a while, which will make it easier to promote its growth and development.

4. Reduce fertilization

The plant's requirements for fertilizer are not high, but not too much fertilizer can be applied. Too much fertilizer or too concentrated fertilizer can burn the roots. The root damage will affect the normal growth of the entire plant. Fertilizer can be applied every 15 days during its growth period. Use diluted liquid fertilizer, and the concentration should not be too high.

5. Prevent diseases and pests

If pests such as red spiders are found on the branches and leaves, they will absorb the nutrients in the branches and leaves, which will cause the branches and leaves to turn yellow. This phenomenon must be discovered in time and sprayed with pesticides.

How to prune Aspidistra

1. Thinning. The Aspidistra plant that has been in the pot for 3-4 years at home usually has dense branches and leaves. The purpose of thinning is mainly to cut off diseased branches, weak branches, dead branches, etc., to enhance ventilation, facilitate light transmission of internal leaves, and enhance the growth of plants. Thinning is generally carried out in spring every year.

2. Remove leaves. Remove old and yellow leaves in time to promote the germination of new leaves. But be careful to only cut old leaves and keep new leaves. Pay attention to the weight when pruning, and don't be too harsh. Because the germination of leaves requires nutrients from old leaves, it is difficult to reduce the number of leaves.