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title: "Bought these babies off Facebook marketplace and since day 1, they’ve…"
description: "Bought these babies off Facebook marketplace and since day 1, they’ve had this browning/yellowing of the leaves. Any suggestions on how to save them? Soil is…"
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community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "Angie"
published: "2025-09-04T03:04:29.591199Z"
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# Bought these babies off Facebook marketplace and since day 1, they’ve…

_Posted by Angie on 2025-09-04_

Bought these babies off Facebook marketplace and since day 1, they’ve had this browning/yellowing of the leaves. Any suggestions on how to save them?

Soil is super wet still and there’s not roots coming out of these yet.

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## 4 comments

### Yup commented on 2025-09-04

The one in the middle might not survive because it is all wight but the others look like sunburn or just damage

### Yup commented on 2025-09-04

If it’s soggy, you’re over watering if it’s dry, then you’re underwater

### Zack commented on 2025-09-04

I like to use a solution called silica gold and it helps strengthen leaves and stems you can either mist it on or you can add it when watering.

### Sunny commented on 2025-09-04

Both look overwatered. I rarely repot on arrival unless the plant has issues that can be easily fixed with a repot. You can replace the soil (keep the same pot) to stop the overly wet roots. Check for rotting roots that are mushy and smelly. Remove the rot, if any. Disinfect the roots/container/tools to avoid bacterial spread. Use hydrogen peroxide. Replacing the soil can cause stress on the plants. But, doing nothing is just waiting for it to fix itself. 🪴🍀

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