It is getting brown along the edges of the leaf, is that ...
6ft to light, indirect
8β pot with drainage
Last watered 1 month ago
3
Hi! Brown edges on a Rex Begonia leaf can happen naturally over time, but itβs often a sign of stress. Hereβs a quick guide to help figure out whatβs going on:
Normal Browning
β’ Old leaves will sometimes develop crisp brown edges before dying off β especially the outer, lower ones.
β’ If only one or two older leaves are affected and new growth looks fine, itβs likely just normal aging.
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Possible Problem Signs
If multiple leaves or newer ones are getting brown edges, itβs probably one of these:
1. Low Humidity (Most Common)
β’ Rex Begonias love high humidity (ideally 50β60% or more).
β’ In dry air, their leaf edges crisp up.
β’ β Fix: Place a humidity tray, group plants together, or use a humidifier nearby.
2. Underwatering or Overwatering
β’ Too dry = leaves get crispy.
β’ Too wet = root stress causes leaf issues.
β’ β Fix: Water when the top inch of soil feels barely dry β not bone dry or soggy.
β’ Use a well-draining potting mix and pot with good drainage.
3. Too Much Direct Light
β’ Rex Begonias need bright, indirect light β not direct sun, which can burn the leaf edges.
β’ β Fix: Move it away from any direct afternoon sun.
4. Fertilizer Burn
β’ If itβs been fed recently, brown edges might mean too much fertilizer or not enough flushing.
β’ β Fix: Use diluted fertilizer and flush the pot with plain water every 4β6 weeks.
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What You Can Do:
β’ Trim off browned edges with clean scissors (optional β just cosmetic).
β’ Check for new healthy leaves growing β thatβs a good sign.
β’ Improve humidity and lighting conditions.
β’ Water consistently, avoiding swings between soggy and dry.
If youβre unsure, feel free to send a photo of your Rex Begonia and Iβll help you diagnose it more specifically!
Hope this helps!
Normal Browning
β’ Old leaves will sometimes develop crisp brown edges before dying off β especially the outer, lower ones.
β’ If only one or two older leaves are affected and new growth looks fine, itβs likely just normal aging.
βΈ»
Possible Problem Signs
If multiple leaves or newer ones are getting brown edges, itβs probably one of these:
1. Low Humidity (Most Common)
β’ Rex Begonias love high humidity (ideally 50β60% or more).
β’ In dry air, their leaf edges crisp up.
β’ β Fix: Place a humidity tray, group plants together, or use a humidifier nearby.
2. Underwatering or Overwatering
β’ Too dry = leaves get crispy.
β’ Too wet = root stress causes leaf issues.
β’ β Fix: Water when the top inch of soil feels barely dry β not bone dry or soggy.
β’ Use a well-draining potting mix and pot with good drainage.
3. Too Much Direct Light
β’ Rex Begonias need bright, indirect light β not direct sun, which can burn the leaf edges.
β’ β Fix: Move it away from any direct afternoon sun.
4. Fertilizer Burn
β’ If itβs been fed recently, brown edges might mean too much fertilizer or not enough flushing.
β’ β Fix: Use diluted fertilizer and flush the pot with plain water every 4β6 weeks.
βΈ»
What You Can Do:
β’ Trim off browned edges with clean scissors (optional β just cosmetic).
β’ Check for new healthy leaves growing β thatβs a good sign.
β’ Improve humidity and lighting conditions.
β’ Water consistently, avoiding swings between soggy and dry.
If youβre unsure, feel free to send a photo of your Rex Begonia and Iβll help you diagnose it more specifically!
Hope this helps!
Crunchy edges means not enough humidity.
