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title: "Hi everyone- Does anyone know what might be the cause for this…"
description: "Hi everyone- Does anyone know what might be the cause for this alocasias yellowing leaves? I’ve heard they yellow as they get older, but I’m not sure if I’m…"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/8YJLrBkOSo27kyNSisgUpA/64da6eaabd594011d8550182"
community: "Alocasia Aficionados"
author: "carsandcalatheas"
published: "2023-08-14T18:12:58.499Z"
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# Hi everyone- Does anyone know what might be the cause for this…

_Posted by carsandcalatheas on 2023-08-14_

Hi everyone-  
Does anyone know what might be the cause for this alocasias yellowing leaves? I’ve heard they yellow as they get older, but I’m not sure if I’m doing something wrong. The plant itself is also very droopy :(

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## 6 comments

### 🌿 @NamastellaDee commented on 2023-08-14

Are the roots mushy could be root rot

#### carsandcalatheas replied on 2023-08-14

Roots are healthy

### Ana commented on 2023-08-14

I see some markings that could indicate spider mites. Yellow leaves can also be caused by under or over watering.

#### carsandcalatheas replied on 2023-08-15

I’ll have to spray it down with neem oil and see if I makes a difference?

### Danika commented on 2023-08-15

Probable lack of enough light too.

#### carsandcalatheas replied on 2023-08-15

I just recently placed her by the grow light!

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