What's eating my pilea microphylla 'variegata'?

Pilea microphylla 'Variegata' is a compact indoor plant prone to mealybugs and spider mites, especially in warm, dry conditions. Fungus gnats can appear if the soil stays too moist. Regular inspection of the tiny leaves and stems, good air circulation, and prompt treatment with neem oil keeps this cultivar healthy.

Fluffy white deposits at stem nodes and leaf bases; leaves yellow and growth slows Remove with alcohol-soaked swab; treat plant with diluted neem oil spray every 7 days for 3 weeks

Fine webbing and pale speckling on small leaves, especially in low humidity Rinse foliage with lukewarm water, then apply insecticidal soap; raise ambient humidity

Adults visible around soil; larvae damage shallow roots leading to wilting Let soil surface dry out between waterings; use sticky yellow traps and Bti drench if larvae persist