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title: "Hey guys, what’s wrong with my pilea? The leaves are falling off but…"
description: "Hey guys, what’s wrong with my pilea? The leaves are falling off but there is still new growth 😢"
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community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "Anisha"
published: "2025-12-09T18:03:31.030175Z"
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# Hey guys, what’s wrong with my pilea? The leaves are falling off but…

_Posted by Anisha on 2025-12-09_

Hey guys, what’s wrong with my pilea? The leaves are falling off but there is still new growth 😢

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## 2 comments

### Emnem.22 commented on 2025-12-09

If the pot is too big for the root bundle it could not be getting enough nutrients. Make sure the pot is about 1in wider in diameter than the root bundle when it’s taken out of soil. Also maybe give it some plant food to help it along. Also check light and room temp!

### Anisha commented on 2025-12-09

Thank you!

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