Pest identification
What's eating my anthurium andraeanum 'pacora'?
Mealybugs
Signs: Waxy white residue and honeydew at leaf bases; yellowing and weakened growth over time
Control: Dab individual colonies with rubbing alcohol; follow with neem oil or insecticidal soap spray on a 7-day schedule
Spider mites
Signs: Speckled, bronzed foliage with fine webbing; leaves may drop in severe cases
Control: Mist foliage daily to raise humidity and wash mites off; apply insecticidal soap or neem oil spray
Fungus gnats
Signs: Larvae damage fine feeder roots; wilting and poor nutrient uptake; adult flies hovering over soil
Control: Let the top layer of potting mix dry out; use Bti (Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis) drench and yellow sticky traps
Keep anthurium andraeanum 'pacora' pest-free
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- What eats anthurium — the species this cultivar belongs to
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- Anthurium andraeanum 'Pacora' light requirements
- Full anthurium andraeanum 'pacora' care guide
Anthurium andraeanum 'Pacora' pests — FAQ
What is eating my anthurium andraeanum 'pacora'?
Anthurium 'Pacora' is susceptible to the typical indoor pest lineup. Mealybugs top the threat list, settling deep in the axils of its large leaves. Spider mites emerge in dry air and low humidity. Fungus gnats become an issue with consistently wet soil. Regular inspection is the best defense.
How do I get rid of mealybugs on anthurium andraeanum 'pacora'?
Waxy white residue and honeydew at leaf bases; yellowing and weakened growth over time Dab individual colonies with rubbing alcohol; follow with neem oil or insecticidal soap spray on a 7-day schedule
How do I get rid of spider mites on anthurium andraeanum 'pacora'?
Speckled, bronzed foliage with fine webbing; leaves may drop in severe cases Mist foliage daily to raise humidity and wash mites off; apply insecticidal soap or neem oil spray
How do I get rid of fungus gnats on anthurium andraeanum 'pacora'?
Larvae damage fine feeder roots; wilting and poor nutrient uptake; adult flies hovering over soil Let the top layer of potting mix dry out; use Bti (Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis) drench and yellow sticky traps