Diagnosing Black Leaf Tips on Houseplants: A Checklist

Blackened leaf tips usually indicate one of several stressors. Without knowing the plant species, here's a diagnostic framework.

Key Questions

Symptom Pattern	Likely Cause
Tips only, crispy	Low humidity, fluoride/chlorine in water, over-fertilization
Tips + yellow halos	Overwatering, poor drainage, root rot
Tips + mushy stems	Cold damage, bacterial infection
Progressive from tip inward	Salt buildup, chronic underwatering

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