Pest identification
What's eating my anthurium andraeanum 'roxanne'?
Spider mites
Signs: Stippled, dull leaves with fine webbing on undersides; spathes may also show pale flecking
Control: Mist regularly, wipe leaves, apply neem oil or insecticidal soap spray every 5–7 days until clear
Mealybugs
Signs: White cottony tufts at leaf bases and stem crevices, sticky honeydew, slowed flowering
Control: Spot-treat with 70% isopropyl alcohol, then spray with diluted neem oil; repeat weekly for a month
Scale insects
Signs: Raised brown bumps on stems and spathe backs, yellowing leaves, sooty mold
Control: Scrape off scales manually, treat with horticultural oil; check the spathe backs carefully as scale hides there
Keep anthurium andraeanum 'roxanne' pest-free
Healthy plants resist pests best. Get the basics right:
- What eats anthurium — the species this cultivar belongs to
- What's wrong with my plant? — the diagnosis apps compared
- Common anthurium andraeanum 'roxanne' problems & fixes
- Anthurium andraeanum 'Roxanne' watering schedule
- Anthurium andraeanum 'Roxanne' light requirements
- Full anthurium andraeanum 'roxanne' care guide
Anthurium andraeanum 'Roxanne' pests — FAQ
What is eating my anthurium andraeanum 'roxanne'?
Anthurium andraeanum 'Roxanne' is a compact red-spathe cultivar grown as a houseplant. Spider mites are the number-one threat, especially in heated indoor environments with low humidity. Mealybugs and scale also target the waxy spathes and leaf axils. Consistent high humidity and monthly checks keep this cultivar looking its best.
How do I get rid of spider mites on anthurium andraeanum 'roxanne'?
Stippled, dull leaves with fine webbing on undersides; spathes may also show pale flecking Mist regularly, wipe leaves, apply neem oil or insecticidal soap spray every 5–7 days until clear
How do I get rid of mealybugs on anthurium andraeanum 'roxanne'?
White cottony tufts at leaf bases and stem crevices, sticky honeydew, slowed flowering Spot-treat with 70% isopropyl alcohol, then spray with diluted neem oil; repeat weekly for a month
How do I get rid of scale insects on anthurium andraeanum 'roxanne'?
Raised brown bumps on stems and spathe backs, yellowing leaves, sooty mold Scrape off scales manually, treat with horticultural oil; check the spathe backs carefully as scale hides there