Causes of wrinkled leaves in fleshy leaf cuttings The solution to wrinkled leaves in fleshy leaf cuttings Succulent plants are loved by many plant lovers because of their unique shape and easy maintenance characteristics. In the breeding process of fleshy plants, leaf insertion is a simple and common breeding method. Some fleshy leaves will appear wrinkled during leaf insertion, which confuses many novices. This article will provide you with a detailed analysis of the causes and solutions of wrinkled leaves in fleshy leaf cuttings. Help you easily solve this maintenance problem. Reasons for wrinkled leaves when inserted into succulent leaves 1. Improper watering watering is a key link in maintaining succulent plants. Too much or too little water may cause the leaves to wrinkle. Too much watering will cause the roots to lack oxygen and affect water absorption; too little watering will cause the leaves to lose water, resulting in wrinkles.
2. Succulent plants like enough sunshine due to insufficient light. Insufficient light will cause their growth to slow, their leaves to lose water, resulting in wrinkled appearance.
3. Uncomfortable temperature Succulent plants are sensitive to temperature. Too high or too low temperatures may cause the leaves to wrinkle. Too high temperatures will cause the water of succulent plants to evaporate too quickly. Too low temperatures will affect their growth.
4. Improper application of fertilizer Excessive application of fertilizer will cause damage to the roots of succulent plants, affect water absorption, and then cause wrinkled leaves.
5. Invasive diseases and insect pests are also one of the causes of wrinkled leaves in fleshy leaf cuttings. Common pests and diseases include leaf spot disease, whiteflies, etc. They can destroy the normal growth of leaves and cause the leaves to wrinkle. Methods to solve the problem of wrinkled leaves when inserted into fleshy leaves 1. Appropriate amount of watering should be arranged reasonably according to the growth habits of fleshy plants. Under normal circumstances, water once a day in summer and every 2-3 days in winter. Pay attention to watering thoroughly to avoid standing water.
2. Properly increase the light and place the succulent plants in a place with sufficient sunshine, and ensure at least 4-6 hours of direct light every day. In winter, if the light is insufficient, use a fill light to supplement the light.
3. Control the temperature and place succulent plants in a suitable temperature environment. Avoid direct heat in summer and keep warm in winter.
4. Reasonable fertilization According to the growth stage of succulent plants, reasonable fertilizer should be applied. Appropriate amount of nitrogen fertilizer can be applied during the growth period to promote leaf growth; during the dormant period, fertilization should be reduced to avoid affecting growth.
5. Prevent pests and diseases Regularly inspect succulent plants, deal with pests and diseases found in a timely manner, and use pesticides or biological control methods to control them.
Wrinkling of succulent leaves is a common maintenance problem, but as long as you master the correct maintenance method, it can be easily solved. I hope this article can help you maintain succulent plants and let your succulent plants thrive.
References: "Handbook for the Conservation of Succulent Plants", China Forestry Press, 2018.
"Prevention and Control Technology of Succulent Plant Pests", China Agricultural Press, 2017.