Pest identification
What's eating my astroloba bullulata?
Mealybugs
Signs: Cottony white clusters between bumpy leaves; yellowing foliage; sticky honeydew deposits
Control: Treat with isopropyl alcohol swabs; follow with neem oil spray; repeat weekly for a month
Root mealybugs
Signs: Plant wilts or declines despite normal care; white powdery material visible on roots when unpotted
Control: Remove, clean roots thoroughly, dry, and repot in fresh mix; drench with neem or systemic insecticide
Scale insects
Signs: Shell-like bumps on stems; discolouration and weakened plant; sooty mold on honeydew
Control: Manually remove with a soft toothbrush; apply horticultural oil and repeat in 2 weeks
Keep astroloba bullulata pest-free
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Astroloba Bullulata pests — FAQ
What is eating my astroloba bullulata?
Astroloba bullulata is a compact haworthioid succulent susceptible mainly to mealybugs lurking in its dense leaf rosette. Overwatered plants invite root mealybugs and fungus gnats. Scale insects can appear on older stems. A lean, well-draining growing regime and regular inspection provide reliable prevention.
How do I get rid of mealybugs on astroloba bullulata?
Cottony white clusters between bumpy leaves; yellowing foliage; sticky honeydew deposits Treat with isopropyl alcohol swabs; follow with neem oil spray; repeat weekly for a month
How do I get rid of root mealybugs on astroloba bullulata?
Plant wilts or declines despite normal care; white powdery material visible on roots when unpotted Remove, clean roots thoroughly, dry, and repot in fresh mix; drench with neem or systemic insecticide
How do I get rid of scale insects on astroloba bullulata?
Shell-like bumps on stems; discolouration and weakened plant; sooty mold on honeydew Manually remove with a soft toothbrush; apply horticultural oil and repeat in 2 weeks