What's eating my sarcochilus ceciliae?

Sarcochilus ceciliae is a petite Australian orchid that thrives in cool, humid conditions indoors or in shade houses. Spider mites pose the greatest risk in warm, stuffy rooms. Mealybugs can hide in its compact leaf clusters, and aphids occasionally target new growths and flowers. Consistent humidity is the best first-line defense.

Tiny pale spots and bronze sheen on leaves; fine webbing beneath leaves; leaves shrivel in heavy infestations Increase humidity and airflow; wipe leaves with a damp cloth; treat with neem oil or miticide spray weekly for 3 applications

White woolly residue in the compact leaf crown; weakened new growth; leaves turn pale yellow Apply isopropyl alcohol directly with a cotton swab; follow up with insecticidal soap spray; re-inspect after 2 weeks

Small soft insects on buds and new leaves; sticky deposits and deformed growth Wash off with lukewarm water; apply insecticidal soap; repeat as needed