Scotch Attorney

Scotch Attorney is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Autograph Tree →

Common Autograph Tree Problems →

Scotch Attorney prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Autograph Tree Water Frequency →

Autograph Tree Root Rot →

Scotch Attorney may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Autograph Tree Light Requirements →

Autograph Tree Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Scotch Attorney is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

Is Autograph Tree Edible? →

Autograph Tree Toxicity to Cats →

Autograph Tree Toxicity to Dogs →

Autograph Tree Toxicity to Humans →

Scotch Attorney prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Autograph Tree Humidity Needs →

Scotch Attorney does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Autograph Tree →

When and How to Successfully Repot Autograph Tree →

What Are Healthy Autograph Tree Roots →

Scotch Attorney should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Autograph Tree →

Scotch Attorney is native to Florida Keys to northern Andes.

Scotch Attorney grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Autograph Tree Lifecycle →

Autograph Tree Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Autograph Tree →

USDA Hardiness Zone
Scotch Attorney can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Autograph Tree Temperature Tolerance →

Autograph Tree Hardiness Zones →

Is Autograph Tree a Weed? →

The seeds of Scotch Attorney can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Autograph Tree →

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Scotch Attorney, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Autograph Tree →

What Eats Autograph Tree? →

• Drooping Autograph Tree Leaves →
• Autograph Tree Dropping Leaves →
• Autograph Tree Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on Autograph Tree →
• Brown Spots on Autograph Tree →
• Autograph Tree Leaves Falling Over →
• Autograph Tree Leaves Curling →
• Autograph Tree Yellow Leaves →
• Autograph Tree Root Rot →
• Why Is My Autograph Tree Wilting? →