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Aloe Leaves Turning Brown: What the Texture Tells You
Feel the leaf and the center of the rosette to separate sun-related color changes, dry scars, cold damage, and soft rot.
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Aloe Vera problems and care notes
For aloe, separate firm bronze coloration, dry dead patches, and translucent soft tissue. Check the crown before attempting rescue; healthy offsets are more reliable than detached leaves.
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Watering note
Let the mix dry deeply before watering.
Light note
Bright light with gradual acclimation to direct sun.
Drainage
very high
Root rot risk
high
Common problems
Pests to watch for
mealybugsscale
What to check on this plant
Feel whether brown leaves are dry and sun-scorched or soft and wet.
Check for dense soil and sealed pots.
Look for stretching if the plant is far from the window.
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