Brown Leaf Tips on African Violets: Water, Light, or Humidity?

Underwatering: All tips affected = water need
Excess light: Seasonal sun increase burns tips. Move back from window.
Low humidity: Dry air desiccates tips.

Three of four African violets developed brown, dry leaf tips suddenly. No previous issues.

Three Main Causes

Don't let humidity tray water touch pot bottom—causes root rot. Address before leaf loss progresses.

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