Diagnosing Insect Infestation on a Declining Foliage Plant

Spider mites: fine webbing.
Scale: tiny circular bumps on leaves/stems, scrape off with knife.
Aphids: sticky honeydew, often with ants.

Check for These Pests

Examine in bright light. Email photo to plantlady6@yahoo.com with subject "Plant with insects" for ID and treatment plan.

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