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title: "Im not entirely sure why this happens, i have this plant called…"
description: "Im not entirely sure why this happens, i have this plant called alocasia culcata but everytime a new leaf is anout arrive one of them flops then falls off? Im…"
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community: "Anything about plants"
author: "Maeve"
published: "2024-02-12T12:27:22.907055Z"
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# Im not entirely sure why this happens, i have this plant called…

_Posted by Maeve on 2024-02-12_

Im not entirely sure why this happens, i have this plant called alocasia culcata but everytime a new leaf is anout arrive one of them flops then falls off? Im a wee bit confused i could do with some help, thanks! 😅

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## 6 comments

### Megz commented on 2024-02-12

Mine does the same thing I thought about getting a stick or some wire to keep them longer

### Madderdebs commented on 2024-02-12

That’s what they do is what I have previously read from this community

### Evil Plant Dad commented on 2024-02-12

Alocasia will only keep 3 leaves while young, once mature it will be able to hold more, but until then enjoy the new leaves as “upgrades” to the ones leaving

### Sunny commented on 2024-02-12

Are the tips on any leaf drying or getting soft? Are any leaves discolored or darkening? It’s hard to tell from the picture. Post pictures of the face of each leaf. I’m wondering if it’s a watering issue.

#### Maeve replied on 2024-02-12

All the plant leafs are fine and no discolouration apart from the one thats flopping its tip is a little browny yellow

### Mels commented on 2024-02-12

Alocasias seem to have a one in, one out rule with their leaves. As a new one grows in, the most mature leaf begins to yellow and die off.

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