The best way to avoid yellow leaves snake plant is to keep the soil in the plant well-draining. Overwatering can cause the plant to become stressed and lead to a yellowing of the leaves. If you notice that your plant is underwatered, try reducing the frequency of watering and allow the soil to dry out more between waterings.

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A second reason that a snake plant may turn yellow is due to the plant becoming too hot. Snake plants are native to tropical regions of Africa and thrive in warm, consistent temperatures. If you have your plant in a spot where it is often too warm, consider moving it to a warmer area or to a room that is less drafty.

Another common cause of yellow leaves on snake plants is due to fungal disease or insect infestation. Fungal infections can be caused by a number of factors, including overwatering or poor drainage. You can prevent fungus infection from occurring in your snake plant by using neem soil soaks or neem foliar sprays. Insect infestations can also be prevented by removing any infected leaves from the plant and by ensuring that the plant has good air circulation.

One last reason that a snake plant might turn yellow is due to root rot. This can be caused by overwatering or by having the soil in the snake plant’s pot be too dense. If you suspect that this is the case, remove the plant from its pot and examine the roots. If they are mushy or drooping, and there is a bad smell, then this is probably the case. If this is the case, then you will need to remove the rotting roots from the plant and repot the snake plant in fresh potting soil.