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Yellow Leaves on lucky bamboo
What's Happening
Lucky Bamboo is sensitive to fluoride and chlorine in tap water. These chemicals build up in the stalk, causing irreversible yellowing and eventual death.
How to Fix It
- 1
Switch immediately to distilled, rainwater, or filtered water.
- 2
Flush the container and any pebbles with clean water.
- 3
Prune yellow leaves; if the stalk is yellow, the plant may be unsalvageable.
- 4
Change water weekly to prevent chemical and bacterial buildup.
How to Prevent It
Exclusively use water with TDS <50 ppm. Avoid chemical fertilizers. Change water every 7 days.
Related Problems
Same Problem on Other Plants
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes yellow leaves on my plant?
Lucky Bamboo is sensitive to fluoride and chlorine in tap water. These chemicals build up in the stalk, causing irreversible yellowing and eventual death.
How do I fix yellow leaves?
Switch immediately to distilled, rainwater, or filtered water.. Flush the container and any pebbles with clean water..
How do I prevent yellow leaves from happening again?
Exclusively use water with TDS <50 ppm. Avoid chemical fertilizers. Change water every 7 days.