What is this stuff?
Help! What is this stuff, I was watering it this morning and found this between its leaves and the soil, how do I get rid of it?
6” pot with drainage
Last watered 1 week ago
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@LikelyChaya33 unfortunately looks like mealie bugs. I’m going through this exact thing right now. How to get rid of it: Isolate the Plant: Move this plant away from any other houseplants right away. Mealybugs crawl slowly but can easily spread and ruin your entire collection.The Isopropyl Alcohol Dab: Dip a Q-tip or cotton swab into 70% isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol and press it directly onto the white fuzzy clusters. The alcohol dissolves their protective wax coating and kills them instantly on contact. Wiping them away manually is highly effective.Spray with Insecticidal Soap or Neem Oil: For larger infestations or hard-to-reach nooks, mix a few drops of mild dish soap or Neem Oil with water in a spray bottle. Thoroughly drench the entire plant, making sure to hit the undersides of the leaves and deep within the stem joints. Do this in the shade or evening to avoid burning the leaves in direct sunlight.Repeat Weekly: Mealybug eggs are microscopic and will hatch a few days later. Check the plant every few days and repeat the treatment for at least 3 to 4 weeks until you don't see any new fuzz. I personally re-potted my plants GOOD LUCK
@Luckeecharm1 @stephongreg @debbiedo I don’t have 70% Isopropyl Alcohol but I have 91% will that work?
That is too strong, but if you dilute it with water you can use it. That’s what just happened to me actually. Google amounts and it will tell you how much of each to use. Ok @LikelyChaya33
I’m going to add @DreamMachine to the conversation too. I know she’s got some good notes from @SuperbRaspfern, and she’s getting into predatory mites.