How to Identify Aphids on Plumeria Aphids are one of the most common pests found on plumeria—and also one of the easiest to miss in the early stages. These small, soft-bodied insects multiply quickly and hide in growing tips, leaf curls, and bud clusters. They suck sap from the plant and excrete sticky honeydew, leading […]

How to Identify Whiteflies on Plumeria Whiteflies are small, winged pests that feed on plumeria by sucking sap from the undersides of leaves. Despite their name, whiteflies are not true flies—they’re more closely related to aphids and mealybugs. While a few whiteflies might seem harmless, populations grow rapidly and can cause yellowing leaves, stunted growth, […]

How to Identify Scale Insects on Plumeria Scale insects are one of the most common and deceptive plumeria pests. Unlike mobile pests like aphids or spider mites, scale bugs often look like harmless bumps on stems or leaves. Many growers don’t realize they have a scale problem until leaves begin to yellow, branches weaken, or […]