What's eating my philodendron atabapoense?

Philodendron atabapoense is targeted by the usual indoor pest trio: spider mites, mealybugs, and scale insects. Check the undersides of its long, dramatic leaves and along the stems regularly. Mealybugs are the most frequent offender. Wipe leaves with neem oil or insecticidal soap monthly as a preventive measure.

White cottony clusters at leaf axils and stem joints; sticky honeydew residue; yellowing and wilting of new growth Dab individual colonies with 70% isopropyl alcohol on a cotton swab; spray the whole plant with insecticidal soap or neem oil solution; repeat every 7–10 days for 3 cycles

Fine stippling and pale flecking on leaves; fine webbing on undersides and between stems, especially in low humidity Increase humidity; blast mites off with a strong water spray; apply neem oil or miticide spray; isolate the plant until clear

Brown or tan waxy bumps along stems and midribs; sticky honeydew and sooty mold; weakened, yellowing leaves Scrape off visible scale with a soft toothbrush; treat with horticultural oil or isopropyl alcohol; repeat monthly until clear