AT A GLANCE
A pest infestation of aloe vera is indicated by sticky residue (honeydew) or changes on the underside of the leaf. To treat, clean the leaves and cut off infested parts, wipe off mealybugs with alcohol and wipe if necessary. repot.
How do I recognize an infestation of aloe vera?
An infestation with pests is indicated by the condition of the leaves. If the leaves are coated in a sticky residue, that's a sign of one lice infestation there. This is honeydew that is excreted by the animals. scale insects, mealybugs or the mealybug can infest the aloe vera. If, on the other hand, there are changes especially on the underside of the leaf, the succulent was probably from spider mites infested. These leave fine webs on the leaves and extract the sap from the succulent.
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How do I treat the infested aloe vera?
Clean the leaves and cut They heavily infested parts of the aloe vera away. You can remove the mealybug as follows:
- Dampen a cloth with alcohol
- Thoroughly rub the leaves with it
- Wipe with it for several days
- Observe the condition of the leaves
You should use a sharp knife to cut back heavily infested leaves. Disinfect the blade before pruning. If there are pests in the substrate, you should repot the plant in new soil.
How do I prevent an infestation of aloe vera?
Choose a suitable one Location and pay attention to enough humidity. Dry heating air favors an infestation with various pests. This is why such an infestation often occurs seasonally in winter or in spring after the hibernation has ended. You should also Fertilize make sure that the fertilizer does not contain too much nitrogen.
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It is therefore worth reacting quickly to the infestation
If you serve the basic needs of aloe vera well, it will show itself easy care Incidentally, houseplants are extremely resistant to pest infestation. The plant is rarely the victim of pests such as lice. However, if in doubt, you should react quickly. Otherwise the animals jump over to plants in the immediate vicinity.