What's eating my loxostigma griffithii?

Loxostigma griffithii is a rare gesneriad from Himalayan cloud forests, grown as a specialist houseplant or in cool glasshouses. Mealybugs are the primary pest concern in cultivation, while high humidity without airflow invites botrytis. Aphids occasionally target new growth, and fungus gnats can attack roots in heavy composts.

Cottony white clusters on stems and leaf undersides; honeydew dripping onto lower leaves; overall plant decline Isolate plant; dab infested areas with isopropyl alcohol; apply neem oil spray weekly; ensure air circulation

Pale or green insects on soft shoot tips; distorted new leaves; honeydew attracting sooty mold Remove manually; spray with insecticidal soap solution; repeat after 5 days; avoid over-feeding with nitrogen

Larval root damage causing wilting and yellowing; poor establishment in young plants; adults flying around pots Let the growing mix surface dry slightly; apply Bti (Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis) as a soil drench; add yellow sticky traps