Pest identification
What's eating my calathea white fusion?
Spider mites
Signs: Tiny pale dots on leaves, fine webbing underneath; the white leaf sections show discolouration first
Control: Mist daily, keep humidity above 60%, and treat with neem oil or insecticidal soap every 5–7 days
Mealybugs
Signs: White waxy clusters at leaf bases and nodes; sticky honeydew attracts mould
Control: Spot-treat with alcohol-dipped cotton swabs; follow with a full neem oil spray
Fungus gnats
Signs: Larvae feed on fine roots in soggy soil; plants wilt or stall despite adequate watering
Control: Let the top inch of soil dry before watering; apply a Bti (Bacillus thuringiensis var. israelensis) soil drench
Keep calathea white fusion pest-free
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Calathea White Fusion pests — FAQ
What is eating my calathea white fusion?
Calathea White Fusion is notoriously sensitive, and spider mites are its biggest pest threat — low humidity both stresses the plant and encourages mites. Mealybugs lurk in the dense variegated foliage, and fungus gnats exploit the moist soil this plant needs. Inspect thoroughly and often.
How do I get rid of spider mites on calathea white fusion?
Tiny pale dots on leaves, fine webbing underneath; the white leaf sections show discolouration first Mist daily, keep humidity above 60%, and treat with neem oil or insecticidal soap every 5–7 days
How do I get rid of mealybugs on calathea white fusion?
White waxy clusters at leaf bases and nodes; sticky honeydew attracts mould Spot-treat with alcohol-dipped cotton swabs; follow with a full neem oil spray
How do I get rid of fungus gnats on calathea white fusion?
Larvae feed on fine roots in soggy soil; plants wilt or stall despite adequate watering Let the top inch of soil dry before watering; apply a Bti (Bacillus thuringiensis var. israelensis) soil drench