What's eating my begonia 'tiger paws'?

Begonia bowerae 'Tiger Paws' is a miniature rhizomatous houseplant with hairy, patterned leaves. Mealybugs shelter in its dense leaf axils, spider mites exploit low indoor humidity, and fungus gnats breed readily in its shallow, moist compost. The small size makes any infestation significant. Mealybugs cause the most sustained damage.

White cottony deposits tucked into tight leaf axils; plant weakens; waxy residue coats lower leaves Swab with 70% isopropyl alcohol on a cotton bud; spray plant thoroughly with insecticidal soap; repeat every five to seven days; keep isolated

Pale speckling across the patterned leaves; fine webbing on undersides; leaves lose colour and dry out Boost humidity around the plant; rinse foliage gently; apply neem oil spray weekly until clear; ensure good air circulation

Small flies around the pot surface; larvae in compost nibble roots, slowing growth in this slow-growing miniature Top-dress with coarse horticultural grit to dry the surface; water from below (tray method); use Steinernema feltiae nematodes in the mix