Reasons for Yellowing Leaves on the Peace Tree and How to Fix Them

The peace tree (Cinnamomum kotoense) is a large foliage houseplant. Gardeners usually buy their peace trees from the local flower market - a pretty pot, green leaves, an auspicious name - but after taking it home, within as little as three to five days or as long as one or two weeks, the leaves either go limp or turn yellow, drop off, and really make you fret. Below, the editor will explain what is going on with yellowing leaves on the peace tree!

Temporary potting causes yellowing leaves

Peace trees are generally grown in the ground and then transplanted into pots. Some sellers only transplant the tree into a pot just before selling it. If later care is not done properly, yellowing leaves will appear.

Too little soil causes yellowing leaves

After buying a peace tree, check the soil in the pot. To save soil, some sellers put soil debris and waste at the very bottom of the pot and only cover it with a layer of soil on top. Over time, this restricts the development of the peace tree's root system, leading to yellowing and wilting leaves.

Unsuitable environment causes yellowing leaves

The peace tree has certain requirements for its growing environment. It grows best in a bright, indirect light and well-ventilated environment. If the light is dim and there is no ventilation, the leaves are also prone to turning yellow.

Overwatering causes yellowing leaves

If too much water is given in the pot, the soil becomes saturated with water, and the excess water cannot evaporate quickly. Over time, the excessive moisture causes the leaves to turn yellow. Therefore, watering should be done in moderation.

Water quality problems cause yellowing leaves

Water in the north has high alkalinity. Watering a peace tree with alkaline water over a long period will also cause the leaves to slowly turn yellow, and over time they will drop off.