What's eating my peperomia tetraphylla?

Peperomia tetraphylla (four-leaved peperomia) is a tough houseplant but susceptible to mealybugs, spider mites, and fungus gnats. Its succulent-like leaves resist many pests, but overwatering creates ideal conditions for fungus gnats. Treat early with neem oil or insecticidal soap and always let soil partially dry between waterings.

White cottony masses in leaf axils; honeydew deposits attract mold and weaken the plant Apply isopropyl alcohol with a cotton swab; follow with neem oil spray weekly until eradicated

Flying adults near soil surface; larvae eat fine roots causing wilting and slow growth Allow soil to dry between waterings; use yellow sticky traps and Bti soil drench

Pale stippling and fine webbing on whorled leaves, most common in heated, dry rooms Spray with insecticidal soap or neem oil; increase humidity around the plant