Loading…
Cassava Mealybug (CMB)
Plant disease guide · TerraceFarming
📸
Is this what's affecting your plant?
Upload a photo for an AI diagnosis — confirms Cassava Mealybug (CMB) vs. look-alike problems and suggests the right treatment.
What causes Cassava Mealybug (CMB)?
Small, sap-sucking insects that feed on plant sap, leading to stunted growth and distorted leaves.
How to treat Cassava Mealybug (CMB)
Introduce natural enemies like the parasitoid *Anagyrus lopezi* (if available) or spray neem oil solution (3%) or fish oil rosin soap (25g/L) on affected plants.
How to prevent Cassava Mealybug (CMB)
Avoid using infested planting material. Regularly inspect plants and hand-remove small infestations. Promote biodiversity to encourage natural predators.
Crops commonly affected
Related questions
Still not sure what's wrong?
Book a 30-minute video call with an agronomist — bring photos and get a confirmed diagnosis with a treatment plan.
Book an expert consultation →Build a disease-resistant garden
The Crop Planner picks the right crops for your space and season — and flags disease-risk windows in your schedule.
Plan my garden — ₹199 →