Succulents wrinkled leaves

For common fleshy-leaved succulents, thin creased leaves can mean stored water is running low. The same look in wet soil can come from failed roots. One lowest leaf drying to a thin husk may simply be aging.

Dry soil and a firm stem

Water through the root ball, drain, and allow time for leaves to regain firmness. Check that a shrunken center absorbed water. Repeated top-ups before the mix dries can create a new root problem.

Wet soil or damaged base

Inspect roots if wrinkles persist in wet mix, especially with yellowing or a soft stem. Remove rotten tissue and use the method for your species to save healthy cuttings. Forest cacti and thin-leaved succulents have different moisture needs from desert rosettes.