What's eating my rechinger's rosularia?

Rechinger's Rosularia is a rare high-altitude succulent whose tight rosettes and dry-growing habit deter most pests. Mealybugs are the primary indoor risk, sheltering in leaf axils. Overwatering encourages fungus gnats and root rot. Spider mites can appear in hot, dry rooms. Good air circulation is the best prevention.

Cottony white masses in leaf axils; honeydew; weakened, discoloured foliage Treat promptly with alcohol swabs; follow with repeated neem oil or insecticidal soap applications at weekly intervals

Fine webbing on leaves; tiny stippled or bronzed patches; leaves shrivel in heavy infestations Increase humidity slightly and mist-free ventilation; spray with neem oil or a miticide such as pyrethrin-based spray; repeat weekly

Larvae attack fine root hairs; visible as tiny flies around the pot; young plants wilt Allow compost to dry fully between waterings; use sticky traps; apply Bti drench to eliminate larvae