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title: "My Tradescantia 'Albovittata'’s leaves are browning, what can I do to…"
description: "My Tradescantia 'Albovittata'’s leaves are browning, what can I do to bring its health back?"
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community: "Anything about plants"
author: "Beginner"
published: "2024-01-22T23:23:02.357Z"
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# My Tradescantia 'Albovittata'’s leaves are browning, what can I do to…

_Posted by Beginner on 2024-01-22_

My Tradescantia 'Albovittata'’s leaves are browning, what can I do to bring its health back?

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## 2 comments

### Emily B commented on 2024-01-22

Just pick those leaves off!

### Plant Father commented on 2024-01-22

looks like your plant needs more light. the new growth appears etiolated (stretched out)

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