Q.My Wisteria Leaves Wiggle!
I live in the East SF Bay area and have a very healthy Wisteria, probably sinensis. I have noticed many of the entire compound leaves wiggling back and forth. I have gently stopped them, and they start wiggling again after I let go. It’s clearly not the wind. I am a UC Master Gardener volunteer and cannot find an answer despite extensive research!
GKH_Susan
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Answered on September 18, 2024
I am guessing you have ruled out caterpillars of the silver spotted skipper? They roll up inside the leaves and may not be visible. I have seen those rolled up leaves on my wisteria but can't say that I've noticed the leaves wiggling. It could be another insect.
All plants move and some more noticeably. This article explains:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/plants-that-move.htm
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