I’m having trouble with this plant every time I touch it leaves fall off. What am I doing wrong?

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@Plant-Whisperer · Answer

Your plant is a Peperomia Prostrata & commonly called “string of turtles” as it looks like a turtle shell.  I’ve had one looking like yours for around 9 months and had repotted into soil mixes suggested in several types of lighting. Still looks puny and grows slow and sporadic on a windowsill now. No real advice, and not much on Greg app, but here’s a popular plant care website I’ve used:     https://www.thespruce.com/growing-string-of-turtles-5091591

@Plant-Whisperer · Answer

PS The String of Turtles doesn’t seem to like being touched at least until it’s hanging off the pot.  The semi-Succulent leaves if overwatered get soft (like a Jade plant). Best to try a light chunky soil mix so water passes thru and clay pot is best. Good luck!!

@RJG · Answer

I think this is a string of hearts. It should have a sunny but indirect lit window and let it dry out completely between waterings.

@MeganO · Answer

Yes this is definitely a string of hearts.

@GardeningDiva · Answer

I had one it was doing great with lots of light and weekly watering then spider mites attacked it with a vengeance hope yours survive it’s such a lovely plant

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