Money Tree Leaf Damage: Insecticidal Soap First

Money tree with leaf damage

4-year-old money tree: Yellow leaves, something eating leaves (nothing visible). Had fungus gnats, treated with Gnatrol.

Microscopic Pests Likely

Many leaf pests (spider mites, thrips, whiteflies) are too small to see without magnification.

Treatment Ladder

1. Insecticidal soap: 3 tsp mild liquid soap/gal water. Mist weekly × 2 weeks.
2. If severe/persistent: Pyrethrum or rotenone (plant-derived, organic, non-toxic to mammals).
3. Planet Natural or Gardens Alive for organic options.

Healthy plant + proper watering = best defense.