Troubleshooting
Curio peregrinus problems — and how to fix them
Curio peregrinus (Curio peregrinus) is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Mushy, translucent or yellowing leaves
Classic overwatering and rot. Let the soil dry fully between waterings, ensure sharp drainage, and remove any rotted stems.
Shrivelled, deflated dolphins
Under-watering or roots that have dried out too long. Give a thorough soak and the leaves should plump back up within a day or two.
Leggy stretched stems and flattening leaves
Insufficient light. Move to a brighter spot so the leaves keep their plump, curved dolphin form.
Mealybugs
Hide in leaf joints and along stems. Spot-treat with a cotton bud dipped in 70% isopropyl alcohol, then follow up with insecticidal soap.
Prevent curio peregrinus problems before they start
Most curio peregrinus issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Looking for curio peregrinus in general rather than its problems? Read the full curio peregrinus care guide — light, water, soil and feeding.
Curio peregrinus problems — FAQ
Why is my curio peregrinus mushy, translucent or yellowing leaves?
Classic overwatering and rot. Let the soil dry fully between waterings, ensure sharp drainage, and remove any rotted stems.
Why is my curio peregrinus shrivelled, deflated dolphins?
Under-watering or roots that have dried out too long. Give a thorough soak and the leaves should plump back up within a day or two.
Why is my curio peregrinus leggy stretched stems and flattening leaves?
Insufficient light. Move to a brighter spot so the leaves keep their plump, curved dolphin form.
Why is my curio peregrinus mealybugs?
Hide in leaf joints and along stems. Spot-treat with a cotton bud dipped in 70% isopropyl alcohol, then follow up with insecticidal soap.