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Poinsettia Problem Diagnostic Key - Symptoms / Cause

Plant Structure
Leaves
Bracts

Stems

Roots
Insects
Shipping Related Problems
Problems at the Consumer Level
Lower leaves turning yellow and dropping; roots appear white and healthy
Lower leaves turning yellow and dropping; roots discolored
Small, round cyathia (true flowers) in the center of the bracts drop
Bracts fade in color
Bracts with blue or white discoloration

 

Chilling injury. Plants exposed to <50°F
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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