Pest identification
What's eating my kalanchoe fedtschenkoi?
Mealybugs
Signs: White cottony masses in scalloped leaf notches and along stems; leaves pucker and drop
Control: Dab each colony with isopropyl alcohol; spray whole plant with neem oil solution weekly for 3–4 weeks
Aphids
Signs: Clusters of soft insects on pink-tinged new shoots; honeydew coats lower leaves and attracts ants
Control: Spray off with water; follow with insecticidal soap spray once a week
Spider mites
Signs: Dull, slightly bronzed appearance on leaf surfaces; fine webbing near stem tips in severe cases
Control: Increase air humidity; rinse foliage; apply neem oil or insecticidal soap every 5–7 days
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Kalanchoe Fedtschenkoi pests — FAQ
What is eating my kalanchoe fedtschenkoi?
Lavender Scallops is bothered mainly by mealybugs, which tuck into the scalloped leaf margins. Aphids can cluster on the pinkish new growth in spring. Spider mites strike when indoor air is very dry. The scalloped edges create hiding spots that make mealybug colonies easy to miss — inspect with good lighting during watering.
How do I get rid of mealybugs on kalanchoe fedtschenkoi?
White cottony masses in scalloped leaf notches and along stems; leaves pucker and drop Dab each colony with isopropyl alcohol; spray whole plant with neem oil solution weekly for 3–4 weeks
How do I get rid of aphids on kalanchoe fedtschenkoi?
Clusters of soft insects on pink-tinged new shoots; honeydew coats lower leaves and attracts ants Spray off with water; follow with insecticidal soap spray once a week
How do I get rid of spider mites on kalanchoe fedtschenkoi?
Dull, slightly bronzed appearance on leaf surfaces; fine webbing near stem tips in severe cases Increase air humidity; rinse foliage; apply neem oil or insecticidal soap every 5–7 days