Browning Chlorophytum (Grass Lily) tips

[ek24]

I recently purchased this plant less than a week ago and it was in perfect condition when I bough it, I left it out of direct sunlight but still with a good level of general light. I have watered it once since I bought it as it says to water twice a week. I have noticed that the tips of the leafs have started to brown and die pretty quickly. The pot I am storing the plant in has a gap at the bottom to allow excess water to collect without allowing the roots of the plant to sit in it. I'm wondering if anyone has any advice on what I may be doing wrong or some steps I can take to fix this.

 

[cpp gardener]

Was it a bit dry when you got it? In such a short period of time I think it is a response to something that happened to it before you got it. Check the moisture twice a week, but don't just water it on a schedule without testing first. Depending on temperature, light and humidity it may require more or less than that schedule directs.
How close to a window is it? Is it off to the side or centered in the window? They will grow in a medium to low light location, but they grow more vigorously with plenty of light.

 

[oneeye]

Dry tips are usally a sign of improper watering. I don't know what that object in the bottom of pot is there for. Its keeping the plant too dry and causing the problem. Since you remove the plant and look at the roots you are already ahead in the game. Most people never take the time to look at the roots.

If you change pots make sure and don't put the little plant in a too large of a pot because that will overwater the plant. If you change the pot only increase the size 2 inch max. Good luck friend and keep us posted.