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title: "How do i get rid of powdery mildew without turning my plant brown??"
description: "How do i get rid of powdery mildew without turning my plant brown??"
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author: "Julie"
published: "2024-07-30T20:30:52.569993Z"
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# How do i get rid of powdery mildew without turning my plant brown??

_Posted by Julie on 2024-07-30_

How do i get rid of powdery mildew without turning my plant brown??

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## 3 comments

### Harris commented on 2024-07-30

Are you sure it’s mildew? Many succulents have a powder coating that’s like their sunscreen. This looks like a really healthy plant from the photo. I’d keep doing what you’re doing and be careful not to touch the leaves and wipe the powder off.

#### eatyacarbs replied on 2024-07-30

I think you’re right, Harris — I think it may have been the protective farina and not mildew.

Maybe even just water/fertilizer spots from the nursery or wherever you got it if it was recently

#### Charlie replied on 2024-07-30

Same, I have had a few bouts with PM and this just looks normal and happy

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