What do the brown areas look like, and what's going on around the plant?
The pattern of browning tells you whether it's the air, the tap water, or the roots.
What do the brown areas look like, and what's going on around the plant?
Crispy tips — dry air, heating or AC nearby→Brown tips — I water with tap water→Browning fronds with mushy, dark stems at the base→
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