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title: "Browning edges on new-to-me fern leaf cactus? Third pic shows that…"
description: "Browning edges on new-to-me fern leaf cactus? Third pic shows that the white/light bits are roots growing out. Anyway, what the heck could be turning a few of…"
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community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "Marissa"
published: "2026-02-07T04:13:54.326159Z"
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# Browning edges on new-to-me fern leaf cactus? Third pic shows that…

_Posted by Marissa on 2026-02-07_

Browning edges on new-to-me fern leaf cactus? Third pic shows that the white/light bits are roots growing out. Anyway, what the heck could be turning a few of the tips black? Had the plant for about a month.

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## 2 comments

### StapeliaSaidWhat commented on 2026-02-07

Hey there! I’ve got an old fern leaf cactus. When I first brought her home she had some necrotic tips shortly after that I think may have been from a) shock from the relocation or b) overwatering on my part. I wait until she is dry dry dry before watering, and then when I do, I don’t offer much. She’s a Central American epiphyte (sorry if you know this already!) so she really doesn’t want to be in my wall pot and would much rather grow up the side of a tree with her aerial roots! I think these plants fall into the “set and forget” category of care! From why I can see, the rest of your plant looks healthy and beautiful! Good luck, I hope my story helps you a little! I’ll include a picture for reference.

![Attachment 1 of 1](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/YP0VuzIJT5_F9oHUr5eOaAFUv5oaber_tggAGfg98yo/2-dvBl4zT72CIJP5t3wU5Q.webp?size=large)

#### Marissa replied on 2026-02-07

This is super helpful! Thank you! I think I may be overwatering. I might repot, too!

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