What if the potted African jasmine (ash) always loses its leaves?

African jasmine is a green plant with emerald leaves and small white flowers. its original name is Grey, which is not the same plant as jasmine. African jasmine has a faint fragrance, and potted plants are easy to take care of, so it is suitable to decorate the environment at home. In the specific maintenance process, what is the reason for the loss of leaves in African jasmine? What should I do?

I. Analysis of the reasons for the loss of leaves of African jasmine

1. Caused by too much or too little watering

Improper watering will affect the growth of African jasmine as a whole. Too much or too little watering will cause the leaves to turn yellow or fall off. Why? The basin soil is so wet that it is easy to accumulate water and rot the roots, causing the roots to rot, and the leaves will slowly fall off or the whole plant will die. If the basin soil is too dry, African jasmine will not be able to absorb water, and the leaves will fall off for a long time without water.

2. Caused by too low temperature

African jasmine is a tropical plant, like a warm environment, it is already winter, the temperature is slowly getting lower, if less than 5 ℃, African jasmine will enter the dormant period to stop growing, it will be easier to shed leaves.

3. Caused by improper lighting

Although African jasmine is a green plant that likes light, many people will go into a misunderstanding and expose it to the sun for a long time. Some find it troublesome, leave it indoors and stay in a dark place for a long time. Both cases can lead to yellowing and shedding of leaves.

4. Disease caused

African jasmine can cause insect pests if it is not properly maintained and the environment is not suitable, which can also lead to spots or fall of its leaves.

5. Improper change of basin

Potted plants generally have to change the pot and soil for 1-2 years, but the original roots are damaged in the specific operation, or the phenomenon of "disobedience of soil and water" occurs, and the leaves of African jasmine will be malnourished and fall.

II. The solution to the loss of leaves of African jasmine

1. The solution to the loss of African jasmine leaves caused by improper watering: pay attention to observation when watering, and determine the watering times and water quantity according to the specific season, temperature and humidity of the basin soil. Spray leaf water properly in hot summer to lower the temperature and drink humidity, keep the basin soil moist in spring and autumn, and water less in winter, usually once a month.

2. The solution to the loss of leaves of African jasmine caused by low temperature: it generally occurs when the temperature is relatively low in winter, and you only need to move to a warmer place indoors to slowly reduce the phenomenon of leaf fall.

3. The solution to the loss of leaves of African jasmine caused by improper lighting: astigmatism is generally needed for the growth of African jasmine, and there is not enough sunshine in winter, so we must ensure 3 hours of light every day. In summer, you generally choose to put it outdoors in the morning or after 4: 00 p. M. in summer, other times are recommended to be placed on the windowsill and shaded properly.

4. The solution to the loss of leaves of African jasmine caused by disease: first of all, it should be grown in a ventilated, breathable and astigmatic environment to reduce the possibility of disease. If the disease has occurred, prescribe the right medicine to the case, so as not to affect the whole plant. It usually comes back to life in a week.

5. The solution to the loss of leaves of African jasmine caused by improper changing pots: in the process of changing pots, pay attention to the gentle action, do not hurt the root system, if the root system is trimmed, you must deal with the wound before transplanting into the new potted soil. Try to choose good drainage, good permeability, fertile soil.

To sum up, if your potted African jasmine has lost its leaves, see if the above reasons are caused. In addition, it may be the change of the bought environment that causes the leaves to turn yellow and fall, which does not need to worry too much, and it will be able to adapt to recovery in a few days if it is normally maintained.