AT A GLANCE
The lower leaves of a healthy aloe vera will die off as the plant develops a stem. If the leaves are mushy, it is root rot. Stopping watering for two weeks or repotting in dry substrate can help prevent rotting.
What causes the lower leaves of an aloe vera to die off?
When the lower leaves die off, it is a matter of one signs of agingor around root rot. As your aloe vera gets older, it tends to form a stem and the lower leaves will die back. If the rest of the plant looks healthy overall, there is no need to worry. Shows the Aloe vera squishy, the lower leaves have begun to rot due to waterlogging.
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Can an aloe vera with dead lower leaves be saved?
Do you suspect that root rot is the cause of the lower leaves dying, you have to reckon with the fact that the aloe vera can no longer be saved is. Nevertheless, you should start a rescue attempt:
- remove dead leaves
- Do not water aloe vera for two weeks
If there is no improvement, you should dry the plant by Repot aloe vera.
How do I prevent lower aloe vera leaves from dying?
You can prevent the lower leaves from dying by removing the outer leaves Cut off leaves regularly. Avoid root rot by right Pour the aloe vera. In addition, you should not wet the leaves when watering. This can cause discoloration, which affects leaf health. Seen à la longue, the consequence is the death of the lower leaves.
Tip
shorten stem
By cutting off the outer leaves as a precaution, the aloe vera develops a stem that is annoying for many. You can remedy this flaw by placing the plant deeper when repotting.