What's eating my scindapsus exotica?

Scindapsus Exotica's large, thick, silver-splashed leaves are beloved by spider mites in dry indoor air. The dense, velvety texture can conceal early webbing and stippling. Mealybugs also target petiole bases. Maintain humidity above 55%, wipe leaves with a damp cloth regularly, and inspect new growth closely as it unfurls — it is the most vulnerable point.

Fine stippling or bronzing across leaf surface; webbing on undersides; premature yellowing and leaf drop in heavy infestations Rinse leaves under lukewarm water; apply insecticidal soap or neem oil spray every 5–7 days; raise ambient humidity

White cottony clusters at leaf axils and petiole bases; honeydew deposits; new growth stunted or distorted Swab clusters with 70% isopropyl alcohol; spray with neem oil solution weekly for 3–4 weeks; isolate from other plants

Brown shell-like bumps on stems and underside of leaf midribs; yellowing above affected areas Manually remove with a soft brush dipped in soapy water; treat with horticultural oil; repeat after 10–14 days