Will pests kill my Pink Princess?

If left untreated, they can weaken the plant significantly. Early detection is the best way to keep your plant healthy.

Do I need to throw the plant away?

No, most infestations are manageable with consistent cleaning and treatment. Only discard if the plant is completely overwhelmed.

Blushing Philodendron: pests, causes and fixes

Check these first

Look closely at the undersides of the leaves.
Check the joints where the leaf meets the stem.
Wipe the leaves to see if any webbing or white fluff comes off.

Likely causes

Spider Mites
Most likely
How to tell: You see fine webbing between leaves and tiny yellow stippling on the foliage.
What to do: Wipe the leaves down with a damp cloth to remove webs. Spray the plant with neem oil or insecticidal soap every 7 days until they are gone.
Mealybugs
Possible
How to tell: Small, white, cottony masses appear in the crevices of stems and leaf joints.
What to do: Dip a cotton swab in rubbing alcohol and dab it directly onto the bugs. Repeat this process every few days until no more pests are visible.

Pests on other plants

Find out what's wrong with your blushing philodendron

The list above covers the usual causes. Pocket Botanist looks at a photo of your actual plant and tells you the likely cause, how serious it is, and what to try first. Identification and a health check are free.

When to worry

Pests spread quickly to other plants in your home. Isolate the plant immediately to prevent an infestation.

Stopping it coming back

Wipe the leaves down with a damp cloth once a month to remove dust. Keep the plant healthy with proper light and water to help it resist pests.

Blushing Philodendron: pests? Check yours with a photo

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Questions people ask

Will pests kill my Pink Princess?: If left untreated, they can weaken the plant significantly. Early detection is the best way to keep your plant healthy.
Do I need to throw the plant away?: No, most infestations are manageable with consistent cleaning and treatment. Only discard if the plant is completely overwhelmed.

How do I get rid of pests on my Pink Princess Philodendron?

Check these first

Not sure what's wrong with your blushing philodendron?

Likely causes

Spider Mites

Mealybugs

Find out what's wrong with your blushing philodendron

When to worry

Stopping it coming back

Blushing Philodendron: pests? Check yours with a photo

Questions people ask

Guides to these causes

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