What to Do When Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop' Drops Its Leaves? Causes and Solutions

Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop' is one of the few dark-colored succulent varieties. Its leaves are black, not as brightly colored as most succulents, but precisely because it is so unique, quite a few people grow it. However, many people find that after bringing Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop' home, it starts dropping leaves. What is going on? Below, Qinnong Web will explain what to do when Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop' drops its leaves.

The causes of leaf drop in Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop' vary depending on when it occurs. Qinnong Web has summarized four possible reasons that can cause Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop' to drop its leaves. Let's take a closer look below.

1. Improper acclimation after repotting

This is a fairly normal phenomenon, showing as the lower leaves continuously falling off while new leaves keep growing at the top. This may be because the succulent has not yet finished acclimating after repotting, or it may be caused by normal metabolism.

2. Cracked leaves

Sometimes we find that as a succulent grows, a leaf suddenly splits open from the middle. How could this happen suddenly without any human damage? Actually, this is also a fairly normal situation, and it generally only occurs in varieties with relatively thick leaves, because the leaves store too much water and it is not transpired or used by the plant in time, so the plant disperses the water by splitting open. At this point, do not cut off the cracked leaf. Place the plant in a well-ventilated environment and it will gradually recover.

3. Overwatering

If the young leaves of Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop' fall off and there are no extra wounds on the leaves, it is generally caused by overwatering. If the fallen leaves start from the bottom, then reducing watering will usually relieve it, but if they start falling from the leaf core, root rot may have occurred. In that case, take the plant out of its pot, remove the rotted parts, and replant it.

4. Exposure to strong sun

If the leaves become very dry and are accompanied by leaf drop, then it is generally the result of exposure to strong sun. Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop' is in its dormant period in summer, so at this time pay attention to ventilation and shading, otherwise the above-mentioned leaf drop will occur.

The above is Qinnong Web's introduction to leaf drop in Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop'. In the process of growing plants, we inevitably encounter various problems. At such times, pay attention to analyzing the causes based on the plant's condition. Even if we ultimately fail, it does not matter, as this is also a process of accumulating experience. Keep it up, everyone!