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🌿 Aglaonema

Aglaonema just got checked.

Most likely diagnosis
Light stress from direct window sun causing leaf scorch, with some dehydration stress

This looks most consistent with an Aglaonema getting too much direct sun from the window, causing leaf scorch and droop. The long stem and leaning growth suggest it has been stretching toward light, and the browned, crispy leaves fit sun/heat damage more than disease. The affected leaves will not turn green again, but the plant can recover if new growth is protected from direct sun.

76% confidence 🟠 problem detected
Expert move today ✅

Reduce direct sun exposure

Move it to bright indirect light, a little back from the window or behind a sheer curtain. Remove only fully crisp dead leaves if they are unsightly. Water thoroughly only when the top layer of soil dries, and make sure excess water can drain away.

Shift the pot out of direct sun
Check that the pot has drainage
Water deeply only when the top soil is dry to the touch
Differential diagnosis

Also possible, but less likely

Underwatering or uneven watering in an indoor soil pot
Cold draft or temperature swing near the window
Normal aging of the oldest lower leaves if the plant recently put out new growth
Targeted checks 🔎

What would prove it

Are the browned areas mostly on the side facing the window?
Is the soil drying very fast between waterings?
Are the newest leaves still firm and healthy, with no fresh browning?
Next expert check-in ⏰
Next 1-2 weeks

Watch new growth, not old damage

The damaged leaves should be treated as permanent scorch. Look for healthier new leaves and slower drying of the pot after moving it out of direct sun. If new leaves keep browning, then reassess watering and temperature near the window.

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