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, with a pretty pot, green leaves, and an auspicious name. After bringing it home, within just three to five days, or at most one or two weeks, the leaves either wilt or turn yellow and drop, which is truly frustrating. Below, the editor explains what causes 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 care is not proper afterward, 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 place soil debris and waste at the very bottom of the pot and cover only the top with a layer of soil. Over time, this restricts the root development of the peace tree, leading to yellowing and withering leaves.

Unsuitable environment causes yellowing leaves

The peace tree has certain requirements for its growing environment. It grows better in a bright, indirectly lit, 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 to 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 must be moderate.

Water quality problems cause yellowing leaves

Water in the north has high alkalinity. Using alkaline water to water a peace tree for a long time will also cause the leaves to gradually turn yellow and eventually drop.