What's eating my song of india?

Song of India (Dracaena reflexa 'Variegata') is most susceptible to spider mites in dry indoor conditions. Mealybugs and scale also attack the dense leaf clusters and woody stems. The yellow-edged leaves can mask early pest damage, so inspect leaf undersides and stem joints regularly for signs of infestation.

Fine webbing on undersides of the narrow yellow-margined leaves; stippled, bronzed or faded foliage Increase humidity; shower the plant to dislodge mites; apply insecticidal soap or neem oil every 5–7 days for 3 weeks

Cottony white deposits at stem junctions and leaf bases; yellowing leaves and sticky residue Remove with alcohol-soaked swabs; spray entire plant with diluted neem oil; repeat weekly until no new colonies appear

Hard or soft bumps on woody stems; honeydew dripping onto lower leaves, fostering black sooty mold Scrub off manually, treat with isopropyl alcohol, then apply horticultural oil; ensure good air circulation to prevent recurrence