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Why is my corn cane plant dying?
The problem you are experiencing is probably due to inconsistent watering. If the soil dries out too much the tips of the leaves will turn brown. Of course, you don’t want to over water either, especially in winter when growth has slowed, because this can lead to root rot.
Why are the tips of the leaves on my corn plant turning brown?
Corn plants most commonly get brown leaf tips due to underwatering or inconsistent watering. Other common causes include water high in fluoride or chlorine, or sources of plant stress such as low humidity, excess fertilizer, excess heat and light, pests, diseases and stress due to acclimation or repotting.
How long can a corn plant live?
2 – 3 years
You will find the lower leaves on this plant turn yellow after a period of time which is normal, and the leaves on this plant only have a life span of 2 – 3 years anyway.
Why are the leaves on my corn plant turning yellow?
Yellowing leaves are often a sign of a problem with the nutrient uptake process, either due to water competition from nearby grass or drought conditions. Corn plants get 13 of the 16 required nutrients for growth through the soil, either through direct contact as roots grow or via mass flow or diffusion.
What should I do if my corn plant is dying?
An easy fix is to move the plant away from the window exposing the leaves to direct sunlight, or filter sunlight by using a curtain or UV filtering window film. A related symptom of overexposure to direct sunlight is the leaves of the corn plant growing inward.
How often should you water a corn plant?
The leaves grow more slowly than the roots. In my limited experience, the plant likes sunlight, warmth and water. It lived for months in standing water by a window facing the south. I water all my plants once a week, but found that when I watered the cane plant twice a week, the leaves grew more quickly.
What’s the best way to propagate corn?
Follow these steps to propagate your corn plant via a cutting. Take a stem cutting – Following the above directions, prune a stalk off your plant. Place the cutting in water – Put the cutting in a jar filled with one or two inches of water. Wait – Wait for the plant to form roots.
Can you fertilize corn plants in the winter?
Fertilizing over the winter has no benefit. The plant pots used for indoor corn plants should have at least one drainage hole to prevent the plant becoming waterlogged, which will ultimately lead to root rot. A saucer or drip tray placed under the plant pot will catch any water droplets.