Pest identification
What's eating my aeschynanthus 'black pagoda'?
Mealybug
Signs: White waxy clusters at stem joints and leaf bases; sap-sucking causes yellowing and weakened trailing stems
Control: Dab colonies with isopropyl alcohol; apply neem oil spray to all surfaces weekly for 3–4 weeks; isolate from other plants
Spider mite
Signs: Fine webbing on undersides; pale stippling on the distinctive patterned leaves, appearing washed-out
Control: Increase ambient humidity; wipe leaves; treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil every 5–7 days
Aphid
Signs: Soft-bodied insects on new growth tips; leaves curl; honeydew creates sticky residue
Control: Rinse with water; apply insecticidal soap spray; repeat weekly until clear
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Aeschynanthus 'Black Pagoda' pests — FAQ
What is eating my aeschynanthus 'black pagoda'?
Aeschynanthus 'Black Pagoda' features mottled dark foliage and tubular yellow-green flowers. As an indoor trailer, mealybugs are the most common pest, hiding along its stems. Spider mites appear in dry heated rooms. Aphids occasionally colonise new growth. The decorative dark patterning can make small pests harder to spot — inspect undersides carefully.
How do I get rid of mealybug on aeschynanthus 'black pagoda'?
White waxy clusters at stem joints and leaf bases; sap-sucking causes yellowing and weakened trailing stems Dab colonies with isopropyl alcohol; apply neem oil spray to all surfaces weekly for 3–4 weeks; isolate from other plants
How do I get rid of spider mite on aeschynanthus 'black pagoda'?
Fine webbing on undersides; pale stippling on the distinctive patterned leaves, appearing washed-out Increase ambient humidity; wipe leaves; treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil every 5–7 days
How do I get rid of aphid on aeschynanthus 'black pagoda'?
Soft-bodied insects on new growth tips; leaves curl; honeydew creates sticky residue Rinse with water; apply insecticidal soap spray; repeat weekly until clear