Pest identification
What's eating my pilea peperomioides 'mojito'?
Fungus gnats
Signs: Flying adults near soil; larvae chew roots leading to wilting and yellowing lower leaves.
Control: Let soil dry thoroughly between waterings; place yellow sticky traps; treat with Bti-based product or neem oil soil drench.
Spider mites
Signs: Stippled pale markings on leaves (harder to see on variegated sections); fine webbing; leaf drop.
Control: Increase humidity; spray with insecticidal soap or diluted neem oil every week for 3 weeks.
Mealybugs
Signs: White cottony residue at petiole bases and stem nodes; sticky honeydew; slowed growth.
Control: Remove manually with alcohol swab; spray neem oil; isolate the plant to prevent spread.
Keep pilea peperomioides 'mojito' pest-free
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Pilea peperomioides 'Mojito' pests — FAQ
What is eating my pilea peperomioides 'mojito'?
Pilea peperomioides 'Mojito' shares the same pest vulnerabilities as the species: spider mites and fungus gnats are the main threats. The variegated leaves may mask early stippling damage, so inspect regularly. Mealybugs occasionally target the petiole bases. Good airflow and correct watering prevent most issues.
How do I get rid of fungus gnats on pilea peperomioides 'mojito'?
Flying adults near soil; larvae chew roots leading to wilting and yellowing lower leaves. Let soil dry thoroughly between waterings; place yellow sticky traps; treat with Bti-based product or neem oil soil drench.
How do I get rid of spider mites on pilea peperomioides 'mojito'?
Stippled pale markings on leaves (harder to see on variegated sections); fine webbing; leaf drop. Increase humidity; spray with insecticidal soap or diluted neem oil every week for 3 weeks.
How do I get rid of mealybugs on pilea peperomioides 'mojito'?
White cottony residue at petiole bases and stem nodes; sticky honeydew; slowed growth. Remove manually with alcohol swab; spray neem oil; isolate the plant to prevent spread.