You may be wondering why your snake plant leaves are curling. This is a common occurrence for plants that are overwatered, or in pots that have been sitting in water for too long. The good news is that this issue can easily be resolved by and we will discuss how today.
Not Getting Enough Water
The first thing to check is that you are giving your snake plant enough water. The amount of time that the pot has been sitting in water will also affect how often it needs watering. When plants have been watered too much or not at all, they may start showing signs like leaves curling downwards and wilting.
To remedy this issue, make sure to water your plant less often. It should be watered every two weeks (or less) and you may need to adjust the amount of fertilizer depending on how much sun it is getting or when its last watering was.
Combating Overwatering
If your snake plant has been sitting in a pot for too long, there are also remedies for this issue. The first thing to do is remove the plant from its pot and be sure it drains out all of the excess water in the top layer.
You can then empty some salt on a paper towel (or another absorbent material) and wrap that around your snake plant’s roots before returning it to an appropriate-sized pot with fresh potting mix.
The salt will take some of the moisture out and make it easier for your snake plant to absorb water from its new surroundings. The paper towel should be replaced every few days until your snake plant is showing signs that it has absorbed enough water or if you notice any discoloration on the leaves, stop immediately and contact a professional!
Lack of Light
Another common cause of snake plant leaves curling is a lack of light. If your snake plant has been sitting in the same place for too long and isn’t getting enough sunlight, it may start to show signs like wilting or curling leaves.
To combat this issue, move your snake plant closer to a window where it will get more light. If it is already near a window and just not getting enough sunlight, consider adding an artificial lamp with UVB to help your snake plant absorb the necessary amount of sun rays.
Improper Fertilizer
The lack of light is also an issue for plants that are not getting enough fertilizer. If your snake plant has been sitting in the same pot for too long and isn’t absorbing any nutrients, it may start to show signs like curling leaves or wilting.
To remedy this problem, you can add a little bit more organic matter to the potting soil. You can also add a little bit of fertilizer or compost to give it some more nutrients.
Temperature Changes
If the temperature in your home has been fluctuating too much and it is out of a plant’s ideal range, this may also cause some issues. If you notice any signs that leaves are curling or wilting on your snake plant, you can move it to another room where the temperature will be more stable and see if that fixes the issue.
Soil Conditions
If the soil conditions have been changing, it may cause some issues for your snake plants. If you notice any signs that leaves are curling or wilting on your snake plant, make sure to readjust the pH levels in both potting mix and water so they are back within range of what is ideal for this type of plant.
This is a common occurrence for plants that are overwatered, or in pots that have been sitting in water for too long. The good news is that this issue can easily be resolved by repotting your snake plant, adjusting the soil and water pH levels, or moving the pot to a new location.
Rootbound Snake Plant
Rootbound can cause issues like wilting or curling leaves, but it can also cause your plant to become stunted too.
To fix this problem you will need to repot the snake plant into a pot that is at least one size larger and then add fresh dirt around the roots so they have room to grow. You should give it as much water as possible so it is able to soak up a lot of water before you allow the plant to dry out again.
This will help your snake plant’s roots free themselves from their current container and then they should be able to grow normally in its new pot.
Transplant Shock
Transplanting a house plant can cause stress for the plants as they get moved from their old home into an unfamiliar one. The change of environment might have disrupted its natural balance which makes them weaker or more susceptible to diseases, insects, or other hazards.
Snake Plant Leaves Curling Due To Insects And Pests
If your snake plant leaves are curling and it looks like there is a white residue on the underside, this could be a sign that you have an insect problem.
Some common types of insects or pests that may cause damage to plants include aphids, mites, mealybugs, scale bugs, or thrips.
Thrips
If you notice any signs that the leaves are curling or wilting on your snake plant and it is starting to show some white residue, this could be a sign of an insect problem. Some common insects that may cause damage include aphids, mealybugs, scale bugs, or thrips.
Thrips can quickly spread across your plants as they feed and can cause wilting, curling leaves, or yellowing.
To get rid of these pests you should apply a pesticide to the affected area that is meant for killing thrips. You may also need to spray your plants with water on a regular basis if there are too many insects in one location. The good news is that this problem can be remedied by applying a pesticide to the affected area or spraying your plants with water on a regular basis.
Mealybugs And Spider Mites
Mealybugs are often found to be in locations with warm and humid conditions. If you notice any signs that leaves are curling or wilting on your snake plant, this could mean there is a mealybug problem.
A common type of mealybug infestation can cause similar damage as spider mites do, although the effects are not as severe. To get rid of these pests, you will need to apply a pesticide that is meant for killing mealybugs and then spray the plant with water on a regular basis so it can continue to thrive.
Spider Mites are typically found in dry areas or higher temperatures which means they may be your culprit if leaves start curling and wilting on your snake plant.
The good news is that this problem can be remedied by simply applying a pesticide to the affected area or spraying with water regularly, which should kill off any pests and keep its leaves looking healthy.
Fungus Is A Cause Of Snake Plant Leaves Curling
Fungus is a common cause of wilting or curling leaves. It can also lead to brown spots appearing on your plant leaves and the edges that turn up when they start drooping are another sign of this problem.
You will need to get rid of any existing fungus by spraying it with water until all traces have been removed from its leaves. You may also need to remove the old soil from your snake plant and then repot it with fresh dirt, which can help prevent fungus from growing back.
Steps on How to Fix Snake Plant Leaves Curling
- Make sure to give your plant plenty of water and keep the soil moist.
- Put it in an area that receives at least six hours of light every day, but no direct sunlight.
- Give the leaves a good soak about once a week or more if they are dry.
- Fertilize with diluted liquid fertilizer twice a month.
- Check the leaves for signs of insects or pests and eliminate as needed, by following the instructions above
- If it still gets wilted or has curling leaves after a few days, you may have accidentally overwatered it; cut back on watering until they are looking healthy again.
Conclusion
The causes for curling leaves in snake plants can vary depending on various factors like water or nutrients but there are always remedies! The good news is that you can easily fix this issue by following the steps in this article and giving your snake plant the care it needs.
