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title: "I recently bought this prayer plant, but as I got it, it looked a bit…"
description: "I recently bought this prayer plant, but as I got it, it looked a bit droopy and one of the leaves are yellowing. Is there anything I can do?"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/MHDCEEvjSYaZAT8jdVgR2w/f2gg7WHuNg1IitvjxRTpM0"
community: "Prayer Plant Allies"
author: "Zoey"
published: "2025-04-23T03:01:22.977503Z"
language: "en"
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# I recently bought this prayer plant, but as I got it, it looked a bit…

_Posted by Zoey on 2025-04-23_

I recently bought this prayer plant, but as I got it, it looked a bit droopy and one of the leaves are yellowing. Is there anything I can do?

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## 5 comments

### BigGrac commented on 2025-04-23

If a new plant is being sketchy I tend to check the roots to see if there’s any rot or if it’s root bound. It’s also a good opportunity to evaluate the soil quality and see if you need to repot.

### Zoey commented on 2025-04-23

I repotted it about a week ago and it looked fine and smelt fine as well, it’s in a bright spot with plenty of water

#### Gaileen Joy replied on 2025-04-23

Maybe overwatering? Or stress from repotting?

### Kate commented on 2025-04-23

They like distilled water. I have one too and it constantly has leaves dying but also new ones coming in and it bloomed. So hopefully yours is just stressed from the new environment and will perk up!!

### Zoey commented on 2025-04-23

Thanks!

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