sandywong929
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Problem with Kris Plant - Yellow Leaf, Purple Stem

I have a small Kris Plant. In the recent 2 weeks, one of its leaves has turned yellow, and its stem has turned purple.

I would guess it is not a problem of sunlight or nutrient, for only one of its four leaves has such problem (apparently, the other three leaves are still good).Would it be a problem of pest and diseases? Any hint? Suggestion?

[img]https://gardeningoncloud9.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/kris_plant_01.JPG[/img]
[img]https://gardeningoncloud9.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/kris_plant_02.JPG[/img]

Please advice. Thank you!! :)

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vintagejuls
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I'm not familiar with this type of plant but sometimes overwatering will cause a leaf to yellow.

Generally, when the plant has become too dry and then given quite alot of water. I don't think you have anything to worry about, though. If you want, you can remove the leaf so the plant doesn't continue to try and support it.

sandywong929
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humm... I have once got to a bit too dry before watered it again... This maybe the case... :(

Vintagejuls, Thanks for your suggestions.

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Sandy I feel that pot is perhaps a bit small too support all that plant; perhaps a larger pot will induce vigor? Worth a try... :)

HG

sandywong929
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The Helpful Gardener, thank you for your advice. I have just repotted the plant to a bigger pot. Cheers!



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