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Brown-Tips on maidenhair fern
What's Happening
Fluoride and chlorine in tap water accumulate in frond tips, causing chemical burn and necrosis; low humidity exacerbates tip damage
How to Fix It
- 1
Switch to distilled or filtered water immediately
- 2
Flush soil with distilled water to remove mineral buildup
- 3
Trim brown tips with sterilized scissors
- 4
Add pebble tray for supplemental humidity
What You'll Need
How to Prevent It
Water with distilled, filtered, or rainwater only; never use untreated tap water; maintain humidity above 60%
Related Problems
Same Problem on Other Plants
Frequently Asked Questions
What causes brown-tips on my plant?
Fluoride and chlorine in tap water accumulate in frond tips, causing chemical burn and necrosis; low humidity exacerbates tip damage
How do I fix brown-tips?
Switch to distilled or filtered water immediately. Flush soil with distilled water to remove mineral buildup.
How do I prevent brown-tips from happening again?
Water with distilled, filtered, or rainwater only; never use untreated tap water; maintain humidity above 60%