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Using Rice Water To Fertilize Houseplants? Avoid This Mistake That Could Cost You Your Plant

Rice water, a by‑product of rinsing grains, can be reused to water houseplants, but it lacks the nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium of conventional fertilizers. The article stresses using only unsalted, unseasoned water and limiting applications to once a month to avoid fungal or bacterial growth. Starch residues may ferment, creating odors and encouraging harmful microbes. Alternative low‑cost solutions like oat‑tea mixes are suggested for true fertilization benefits.