What's eating my madagascar jasmine?

Madagascar jasmine grown indoors or in a conservatory is highly susceptible to mealybugs hiding among its waxy leaves and scale on woody stems. Spider mites attack in low humidity. Outdoors in warm climates, aphids target flower buds. Inspect leaf axils monthly — mealybug infestations can quickly disfigure this slow-growing vine.

White cottony masses in leaf axils and along stems; stunted growth; leaves yellow and drop; sooty mold follows Dab colonies with alcohol on a cotton swab; spray entire plant with neem oil solution; repeat every 10 days for a month

Brown or tan waxy bumps on stems and leaf undersides; yellowing leaves; sticky honeydew Scrape off manually; apply horticultural oil to smother crawlers; use systemic insecticide for severe infestations

Pale stippling on leaf surface; fine webbing in warm, dry conditions; leaves lose their gloss Raise humidity around the plant; mist regularly; spray with insecticidal soap or diluted neem oil