I have a Cycas Revoluta (sago palm) house plant, and it is looking really sick. Before I do anything drastic, I want an experienced opinion. Here are the basic facts:
1) Purchased sometime around January 2015 and potted exactly as shown in the pictures.
2) My sago palm lived on a wall shelf, and did not get any direct sunlight, but was healthy and happy
3) Moved in November 2015. My sago palm was situated in a similar spot as before, on a wall shelf without direct sunlight. It seemed happy and did not show any signs of weakening.
4) From the original date purchased in January 2015, up until about late February 2016 (around the one year mark), my sago palm looked healthy and maintained the same health level before declining. I did not witness any leaves turn yellow or brown in this time frame.
5) I do remember over watering my sago palm before it started declining. I did put water on the root of the plant, which I had never done before. For whatever reason I thought this was a good idea...
6) Its yellowing decline was fairly quick, and probably occurred over about 1-2 weeks of time
7) The bulb still feels solid and firm, so I don't believe it is rotted
8) Should I cut back all of the leaves to the root of the plant? Should I leave them and try fertilizing?
I also realize I should re-pot my sago palm in something that has better drainage. I want an expert's opinion first before I do anything, to see if my sago palm can be revived!
Thanks in advance for any posts/help!
