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Amiya Baratan

Why Are My Christmas Cactus Leaves Turning Red? Experts Reveal the Worrying Cause and How You Can Fix It

A close-up of a pink Christmas cactus in a polka dot ceramic container.

As you can tell by now, the Christmas cactus is the houseplant of the season. And while it undoubtedly brings an air of festive spirit to your home, it's only at its prettiest when it's well taken care of.

This houseplant is known for its striking red florets and flowing green vines, so when the former hue hits the latter feature, it's a worrisome consequence of a misstep in your Christmas Cactus care routine. The good news is that not all hope is lost if such a color change is to take place.

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