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Crassula (Jade Plant) Diseases

Informational table showing disease name, symptoms, pathogen/cause, and management of Crassula (Jade Plant) diseases.
Updated:
November 27, 2023
Disease Symptoms Pathogen/Cause Management
Bacterial Soft Rot Stems and branches collapse. The interior tissues are soft and mushy. Erwinia Discard affected plants.
Powdery Mildew Scabby or corky areas develop on leaves. Sphaerotheca Apply a fungicide to protect healthy plants.

Powdery mildew symptoms

Crassula Powdery Mildew Symptoms
Powdery mildew symptoms.

Prepared by Gary W. Moorman, Professor emeritus of Plant Pathology

Gary W. Moorman, Ph.D.
Professor Emeritus
Pennsylvania State University