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Brown Tips on Houseplants: What They Mean
Brown tips usually point to repeated stress: dry air, inconsistent watering, mineral buildup, root stress, or light changes.
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Peace Lily problems and care notes
Peace lilies wilt dramatically, so the key is separating dry-soil droop from wet-soil root stress. Brown tips are common and should be read with watering and humidity.
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Watering note
Keep evenly moist but never sitting in water; check pot weight before watering.
Light note
Bright indirect to moderate light; avoid harsh direct sun.
Drainage
medium
Root caution
medium
Common problems
Pests to watch for
spider mitesmealybugs
Do not assume
Do not copy a care rule from another plant. Read this plant's habits before watering, repotting, fertilizing, or treating.
What to check on this plant
Lift the pot before watering because peace lilies droop from both dry and wet soil.
Check whether brown tips are old cosmetic damage or paired with yellowing.
Look for an oversized pot if drooping began after repotting.
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