What's eating my ceropegia distincta?

Ceropegia distincta, a tuberous trailing succulent grown as a houseplant, is most susceptible to mealybugs sheltering in the wiry stem joints and near the caudex. Spider mites and aphids occasionally attack new growth. Fungus gnats are a risk if the soil is kept too wet. Mealybugs are the primary pest concern.

Fluffy white wax deposits at stem nodes and on the caudex; plant growth slows; leaves yellow Swab with alcohol on a cotton bud; spray neem oil solution over the whole plant; isolate and repeat weekly for a month

Tiny pale spots on leaves; fine webbing over shoot tips in warm, dry indoor air Mist with water to raise humidity; apply neem oil or insecticidal soap spray; repeat every 5–7 days

Root damage from larvae in waterlogged compost; poor growth and wilting despite moist soil Water sparingly and allow the top half of the pot to dry out; drench with Bti; use sticky traps