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Repot the plant into fresh, dry potting mix and do not water for several days until the roots have time to dry out a bit. Water only when the soil feels completely dry below the surface. Maintaining the right moisture balance in the soil will help prevent this serious, potentially fatal problem. Signs of root rot include wilting, mushy stems and yellow leaves. ‌ Overwatering:‌ Overwatering bird of paradise plants can lead to root rot. Alternatively, let tap water sit overnight in an open container to allow the fluoride to dissipate before watering. Watering with distilled water can help prevent this problem. Fluoride toxicity creates brown spots on the leaves and will eventually cause the entire leaf to turn brown. ‌ Fluoride in Tap Water:‌ The fluoride in tap water is a common cause of bird of paradise leaves turning brown, particularly when they are grown as houseplants. Dima Berlin/iStock/GettyImages Watering Issuesįluoride in the irrigation water and overwatering can lead to problems with bird of paradise plants.