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Drooping on tradescantia

tradescantia with drooping

What's Happening

Cellular dehydration and loss of turgor pressure in Tradescantia zebrina/pallida from insufficient watering or low humidity

How to Fix It

  1. 1

    Water thoroughly until water drains from bottom

  2. 2

    Increase humidity with pebble tray or humidifier

  3. 3

    Move away from direct heat or air conditioning vents

  4. 4

    Mist leaves lightly in dry conditions

How to Prevent It

Water when top inch of soil is dry; maintain humidity above 40%; avoid placing near heat sources

Related Problems

Same Problem on Other Plants

Frequently Asked Questions

What causes drooping on my plant?
Cellular dehydration and loss of turgor pressure in Tradescantia zebrina/pallida from insufficient watering or low humidity
How do I fix drooping?
Water thoroughly until water drains from bottom. Increase humidity with pebble tray or humidifier.
How do I prevent drooping from happening again?
Water when top inch of soil is dry; maintain humidity above 40%; avoid placing near heat sources