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Scale Insects on Jasmine and Bookcase Moths: Separate Issues

Jasmine Bark Splotches

Round to oval brown splotches that peel off jasmine bark and leaves are classic scale insects. Confirm by scraping a sample; if it reveals a soft body underneath, it's scale.

Treatment

Apply horticultural oil (e.g., neem oil, dormant oil) to smother scales. Repeat per label. For persistent infestations, use a systemic insecticide. Bring a sample to a local garden center for product selection.

Bookcase Moths

Small beige moths in a bookcase are likely booklice or clothes moths, not plant pests. Consult an entomologist or pest control professional for indoor insect issues.

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