Troubleshooting
Aglaonema Burmese Evergreen problems — and how to fix them
Aglaonema Burmese Evergreen (Aglaonema brevispathum) is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Brown leaf tips
The most common issue, from low humidity or salts in tap water. Raise humidity and use filtered or rainwater.
Yellowing leaves
Typically overwatering or cold exposure. Allow the surface to dry between waterings and keep warm.
Leggy, sparse growth
Too little light stretches the creeping stems. Provide brighter indirect light for a fuller clump.
Spider mites
Dry indoor air invites mites, seen as fine webbing and stippled leaves. Increase humidity and rinse or treat the foliage.
Prevent aglaonema burmese evergreen problems before they start
Most aglaonema burmese evergreen issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
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Aglaonema Burmese Evergreen problems — FAQ
Why is my aglaonema burmese evergreen brown leaf tips?
The most common issue, from low humidity or salts in tap water. Raise humidity and use filtered or rainwater.
Why is my aglaonema burmese evergreen yellowing leaves?
Typically overwatering or cold exposure. Allow the surface to dry between waterings and keep warm.
Why is my aglaonema burmese evergreen leggy, sparse growth?
Too little light stretches the creeping stems. Provide brighter indirect light for a fuller clump.
Why is my aglaonema burmese evergreen spider mites?
Dry indoor air invites mites, seen as fine webbing and stippled leaves. Increase humidity and rinse or treat the foliage.