What's eating my tillandsia ionantha 'fuego'?

Tillandsia ionantha 'Fuego' is an indoor air plant mainly threatened by mealybugs and scale insects, which exploit the tight leaf bases where moisture lingers. Spider mites can strike in hot, dry rooms. Remove pests by dabbing with a 70% isopropyl alcohol swab; improve air circulation and avoid stagnant water to prevent re-infestation.

White cottony fluff tucked between leaf bases; plant looks dull, leaves may yellow and soften Dab each cluster with a cotton swab soaked in 70% isopropyl alcohol; repeat weekly for 3-4 weeks; improve airflow

Tiny tan or brown waxy bumps on leaves and stems; honeydew residue and sooty mold if severe Gently dislodge with a soft toothbrush, then wipe with an alcohol-dampened swab; neem oil spray as follow-up

Fine webbing between leaves, stippled or silvery leaf surfaces; worst in hot, low-humidity conditions Rinse plant under gentle running water; mist more frequently; treat with diluted neem oil spray if webbing persists