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Mealybugs or Scale Insects
Plant disease guide · TerraceFarming
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What causes Mealybugs or Scale Insects?
These sap-sucking pests often appear in dense foliage and can weaken the plant.
How to treat Mealybugs or Scale Insects
For mealybugs, dab individual pests with a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol. For scale, gently scrape them off with a soft brush or fingernail, then wipe affected stems with neem oil. Follow up with a neem oil spray application.
How to prevent Mealybugs or Scale Insects
Regularly inspect plants, particularly leaf joints and undersides of fronds. Isolate any new plants before introducing them to your collection.
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