Anyone know why all the leaves are dropping of my plant. ...

2ft to light, indirect

4β pot with drainage

Last watered 1 month ago
@QuickRiberry27 Welcome to the Greg community! A dragon tree might be dropping leaves due to several reasons, most commonly because of overwatering (leading to root rot), underwatering (dehydration), improper lighting, extreme temperature changes, pest infestations, nutrient deficiencies, or simply natural shedding of older leaves; check the soil moisture, light conditions, and for any signs of pests to identify the exact cause and adjust your care accordingly. Things to consider: This is the most common cause of leaf drop, as soggy soil can suffocate the roots and cause them to rot.
Underwatering:
When the soil is too dry for extended periods, the plant will start to shed leaves to conserve water.
Light issues:
Too little light can cause weak growth and leaf drop, while too much direct sunlight can scorch the leaves.
Temperature stress:
Dramatic temperature fluctuations can stress the plant and lead to leaf fall.
Pests and diseases:
Check for insects like mealybugs, spider mites, or scale, which can damage leaves and lead to dropping.
Nutrient deficiency:
If not fertilized properly, the plant might not have enough nutrients to support healthy foliage.
Underwatering:
When the soil is too dry for extended periods, the plant will start to shed leaves to conserve water.
Light issues:
Too little light can cause weak growth and leaf drop, while too much direct sunlight can scorch the leaves.
Temperature stress:
Dramatic temperature fluctuations can stress the plant and lead to leaf fall.
Pests and diseases:
Check for insects like mealybugs, spider mites, or scale, which can damage leaves and lead to dropping.
Nutrient deficiency:
If not fertilized properly, the plant might not have enough nutrients to support healthy foliage.
The key for dragon trees are to wait until the compost is dry before watering β it should be about half dry. Look out for brown leaf tips β this indicates that you are underwatering, but if you see yellow leaves this could mean that you are overwatering. It thrives in low light levels and stores water in its trunk, meaning it can tolerate a bit of neglect on the watering front.Β And they are worth keeping healthy because dragon tree is good for you, too β it was tested as part of NASA's clean air study, and found to help remove cancer-causing pollutants such as benzene, formaldehyde and trichloroethylene from the air.