Adenium With Yellowing Leaves
Adenium, also known as desert rose, will produce showy red, white, or pink trumpet-shaped blooms every summer. A succulent, the Adenium is a sturdy, low-maintenance plant, but certain problems can result in yellowing of the leaves. Does this Spark an idea?
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Lack of Light
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The Adenium requires full sunlight. Without adequate light, the foliage may turn yellow, and the plant will become long and leggy.
Overwatering
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Like most succulent plants, the Adenium can be damaged by too much water, which will often be manifested by yellowing of the leaves. If overwatering continues, the plant may die. Water the Adenium only during periods of hot, dry weather. Container plants should be watered more often, but the soil should be allowed to dry completely between waterings.
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Inadequate Nutrition
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Improper fertilization can cause Adenium leaves to turn yellow and eventually drop. Young Adenium plants should be fed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every other week during spring. A time-released fertilizer should be used during summer and fall. Use of a time-released fertilizer is adequate after the first two to three years.
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