When a succulent is infected by powdery mildew, it will most likely look like it has been dusted with a classic white or grayish, powdery coating. It usually starts as circular, powdery white spots on the leaves and stems. And as the infection progresses, the spots will turn yellow-brown and eventually black.
Hereof, what is the white powder on paddle plant?
The leaves and especially the stems are usually coated with a white powder known as ‘bloom’ that protects them from excessively bright conditions, as well as moisture loss. Don’t worry if this waxy, powdery coating rubs off; it just means that you’re handling it too much.
Besides, why does my succulent look chalky?
They refer to the whitish, cloudy film or waxy coating you see on a number of succulent leaves and stems. You may have tried to wipe it away, to find it easily wipes clean, but that there was more there than you realized. This is a perfectly natural and healthy development the plant uses for its protection.
