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What are the white spots on my succulent? Is it dying? What is a good resource for caring for them?
Thanks!!
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Asked October 27, 2023, 4:16 PM EDT
What are the white spots on my succulent? Is it dying? What is a good resource for caring for them?
Thanks!!
Mecosta County Michigan
Expert Response
Hi Karen -
I think that you have a case of Powdery Mildew. Here is a link for you, explaining about PM and how you can prevent it from reoccurring. For Powdery Mildew the standard treatment is spraying with Horticultural Oil (mineral oil) or some Neem Oil if you have it. The Neem oil smells a little like rotten peanut butter, just a warning from someone who knows. This should put your plant on the road to recovery. Always follow the instructions on the label if you decide to spray.
https://ag.purdue.edu/department/btny/ppdl/potw-dept-folder/2022/powdery-mildew-houseplants.html
I hope this helps.
I think that you have a case of Powdery Mildew. Here is a link for you, explaining about PM and how you can prevent it from reoccurring. For Powdery Mildew the standard treatment is spraying with Horticultural Oil (mineral oil) or some Neem Oil if you have it. The Neem oil smells a little like rotten peanut butter, just a warning from someone who knows. This should put your plant on the road to recovery. Always follow the instructions on the label if you decide to spray.
https://ag.purdue.edu/department/btny/ppdl/potw-dept-folder/2022/powdery-mildew-houseplants.html
I hope this helps.
