Why does your Aeonium arboreum have yellow leaves? Diagnose the cause and fix it with our step-by-step guide.
Aeoniums are succulents that store water in their leaves; excessive moisture causes the roots to suffocate and rot, leading to chlorosis (yellowing) as the plant can no longer transport nutrients.
A lack of nitrogen prevents the production of chlorophyll, causing older leaves at the bottom of the rosette to turn pale yellow before moving up the stem.
While Aeoniums are hardy, exposure to sudden frost or intense, scorching midday sun can damage leaf cells, causing them to lose pigment and turn yellow/translucent.
As Aeonium arboreum grows, it naturally sheds its oldest, lowest leaves to redirect energy to new growth at the top of the stem.
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