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Mealybugs on monstera deliciosa
What's Happening
Mealybugs (Pseudococcidae) thrive in the tight crevices of Monstera fenestrations and petiole sheaths. They are often misidentified as white mold or dust.
How to Fix It
- 1
Dip a cotton swab in 70% isopropyl alcohol and dab directly onto white cottony clusters.
- 2
Spray the plant with a mixture of water, alcohol, and a few drops of dish soap, paying special attention to sheaths and leaf undersides.
- 3
Repeat every 5 days for 3 cycles to catch newly hatched crawlers.
What You'll Need
How to Prevent It
Wipe leaves weekly with a damp cloth. Quarantine new plants to avoid introduction.
Related Problems
Same Problem on Other Plants
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What causes mealybugs on my plant?
Mealybugs (Pseudococcidae) thrive in the tight crevices of Monstera fenestrations and petiole sheaths. They are often misidentified as white mold or dust.
How do I fix mealybugs?
Dip a cotton swab in 70% isopropyl alcohol and dab directly onto white cottony clusters.. Spray the plant with a mixture of water, alcohol, and a few drops of dish soap, paying special attention to sheaths and leaf undersides..
How do I prevent mealybugs from happening again?
Wipe leaves weekly with a damp cloth. Quarantine new plants to avoid introduction.