What to do if the leaves of Strelitzia turn yellow and crack

what to do

If the leaves of Strelitzia reginae crack, it is very likely because the wind is too strong. Strelitzia is actually a relatively "delicate" flower. It likes light, but it cannot tolerate too much light. It likes water, but not too much water. In short, everything should be in moderation. Moreover, in its native Africa, Strelitzia is pollinated with the help of hummingbirds. After being introduced into China, it can only be pollinated artificially. There is no wind to help during this period, so try to place the Strelitzia in a sheltered place!

Causes and solutions

Root injury

Discomfort in other parts of the Strelitzia will be reflected in its leaves. If the roots of the Strelitzia are injured, it will affect the absorption of nutrients and water by the roots, causing the leaves to turn yellow. 2. There are many reasons for root damage, such as too much watering and too concentrated fertilizer. Therefore, once the root system is injured, prepare to change the pot for the Strelitzia!

Missing fertilizer

There is too little nutrients in the soil in the flowerpot. In short, there is too little fertilizer. The Strelitzia lacks the nutrients necessary for growth, so the leaves turn yellow.

The solution is to fertilize the Strelitzia in time. Remember to apply thin fertilizers frequently. It is better to spend a little more effort than to apply too much fertilizer at one time!

Improper soil pH

Another reason is that the pH value of the soil is not suitable. It is very likely that the soil is alkaline. In alkaline soil, the new leaves grown by Strelitzia reginae will turn yellow very easily.

The solution is to adjust the pH of the soil, or to directly repot the Strelitzia.

Sun exposure

Although Strelitzia reginae likes light, it avoids scorching sun, so it must not be exposed to direct sunlight in summer, otherwise the leaves of Strelitzia reginae will turn yellow under the scorching sun. Therefore, the Strelitzia reginae should be placed in a shaded place and exposed to diffuse light.