Pest identification
What's eating my sedum dasyphyllum?
Mealybugs
Signs: White waxy deposits among tiny leaves; plant loses vigour and leaves drop
Control: Treat with isopropyl alcohol swab; apply neem oil spray; isolate from other succulents
Aphids
Signs: Clusters of soft green or grey insects on new shoot tips; sticky honeydew
Control: Blast off with water spray; apply insecticidal soap; introduce ladybirds outdoors
Keep sedum dasyphyllum pest-free
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Sedum dasyphyllum pests — FAQ
What is eating my sedum dasyphyllum?
Sedum dasyphyllum (Corsican stonecrop) is a tiny, blue-grey creeping succulent with minimal pest problems. Mealybugs occasionally target the fleshy leaves, and aphids can cluster on soft new growth. Overwatering is far more damaging than any pest. Good drainage and bright light keep plants robust and resilient.
How do I get rid of mealybugs on sedum dasyphyllum?
White waxy deposits among tiny leaves; plant loses vigour and leaves drop Treat with isopropyl alcohol swab; apply neem oil spray; isolate from other succulents
How do I get rid of aphids on sedum dasyphyllum?
Clusters of soft green or grey insects on new shoot tips; sticky honeydew Blast off with water spray; apply insecticidal soap; introduce ladybirds outdoors