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title: "Bought this zebra plant last weekend and it’s already looking really…"
description: "Bought this zebra plant last weekend and it’s already looking really sad and droopy! Does anyone know if this is due to over or under watering?? 🪴🌸"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/mSgQNrMpj2hiq12ux29z7x"
community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "Harley"
published: "2025-02-21T13:37:36.113311Z"
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# Bought this zebra plant last weekend and it’s already looking really…

_Posted by Harley on 2025-02-21_

Bought this zebra plant last weekend and it’s already looking really sad and droopy! Does anyone know if this is due to over or under  
watering?? 🪴🌸

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## 3 comments

### BigGrac commented on 2025-02-21

I just got one too. I learned very quickly that they’re dramatic when they need water!

#### Harley replied on 2025-02-21

Aha glad it’s not just me! Thank you!

### 9s commented on 2025-02-21

Here to agree they’re dramatic when it comes to under watering. The whole thing will wilt and flop over but a thorough drench should fix it

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