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title: "I had a terrible case of root rot and dying/browning leaves. I…"
description: "I had a terrible case of root rot and dying/browning leaves. I changed her soil to something better draining, cut her leaves to let her focus on growing roots,…"
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author: "Lamb"
published: "2026-05-18T14:32:29.731167Z"
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# I had a terrible case of root rot and dying/browning leaves. I…

_Posted by Lamb on 2026-05-18_

I had a terrible case of root rot and dying/browning leaves. I changed her soil to something better draining, cut her leaves to let her focus on growing roots, and put her in the smallest pot I have that’s got a drainage hole. I’m worried about her completely dying and I’d really like to avoid it. Anyone have any advice for how to help work her up and get her recovering?

## 3 comments

### Mhayghan commented on 2026-05-18

Sounds like you’re doing everything right! Maybe just adding fertilizer and putting her in some bright indirect light if you have access.

#### Lamb replied on 2026-05-19

I have her under a grow light with my props that are doing great. That’s about 12 hours, but tucked away not 100% under the light.

#### Mhayghan replied on 2026-05-19

I had the same issue with my old grow lights - if it’s not getting enough light, the water will stay longer in the soil. A short lamp with a grow bulb (rather than the small LED clip light I used to have) did wonders since it gave me a little more space to play with. Sending good vibes your way!

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