Troubleshooting
Aglaonema Chocolate problems — and how to fix them
Aglaonema Chocolate (Aglaonema 'Chocolate') 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.
Dull, greying leaves
Too little light can flatten the dark colour. Provide bright indirect light to deepen the burgundy and pink tones.
Yellowing leaves
Usually overwatering or cold stress. Let the soil dry between waterings and keep above 16°C, away from drafts.
Brown leaf tips
Dry air or tap-water salts. Raise humidity and water with filtered or rainwater.
Spider mites
Dry indoor air encourages mites, seen as fine webbing and speckled leaves. Increase humidity and rinse or treat the foliage.
Prevent aglaonema chocolate problems before they start
Most aglaonema chocolate issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
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Aglaonema Chocolate problems — FAQ
Why is my aglaonema chocolate dull, greying leaves?
Too little light can flatten the dark colour. Provide bright indirect light to deepen the burgundy and pink tones.
Why is my aglaonema chocolate yellowing leaves?
Usually overwatering or cold stress. Let the soil dry between waterings and keep above 16°C, away from drafts.
Why is my aglaonema chocolate brown leaf tips?
Dry air or tap-water salts. Raise humidity and water with filtered or rainwater.
Why is my aglaonema chocolate spider mites?
Dry indoor air encourages mites, seen as fine webbing and speckled leaves. Increase humidity and rinse or treat the foliage.