Pest identification
What's eating my alocasia reginula?
Spider mites
Signs: Pale stippling and barely visible webbing embedded in the velvety surface; leaves lose dark color and drop early
Control: Raise humidity to 65%+, wipe leaves gently with a damp cloth, and spray neem oil or insecticidal soap every 5–7 days
Mealybugs
Signs: Small white cottony clusters at the base of leaf petioles and in stem joints; sticky honeydew
Control: Dab with an alcohol-soaked cotton swab and follow with neem oil spray weekly for 3 weeks
Fungus gnats
Signs: Larvae in moist soil nibble fine roots, slowing growth; adult gnats hover around the soil surface
Control: Let the topsoil dry out between waterings, apply sticky yellow traps, and use Bti drench to eliminate larvae
Keep alocasia reginula pest-free
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Alocasia Reginula pests — FAQ
What is eating my alocasia reginula?
Alocasia reginula ('Black Velvet') is a compact, velvety-leaved miniature Alocasia that suffers most from spider mites, which thrive in the dry air common indoors. Its dark velvety surface hides early mite activity. Mealybugs and fungus gnats are secondary concerns. Maintain high humidity and inspect undersides weekly under bright light.
How do I get rid of spider mites on alocasia reginula?
Pale stippling and barely visible webbing embedded in the velvety surface; leaves lose dark color and drop early Raise humidity to 65%+, wipe leaves gently with a damp cloth, and spray neem oil or insecticidal soap every 5–7 days
How do I get rid of mealybugs on alocasia reginula?
Small white cottony clusters at the base of leaf petioles and in stem joints; sticky honeydew Dab with an alcohol-soaked cotton swab and follow with neem oil spray weekly for 3 weeks
How do I get rid of fungus gnats on alocasia reginula?
Larvae in moist soil nibble fine roots, slowing growth; adult gnats hover around the soil surface Let the topsoil dry out between waterings, apply sticky yellow traps, and use Bti drench to eliminate larvae