White Spots on Palm Tree: Likely Mealybugs—Need Description or Photo

White Spots on Palm—Wipe Off? Could Be Mealybugs

Ellen sees white spots on palm (6 months old, replaced previous one that died same way). Spots wipe off with napkin. Leaves then die. Palm has decorative moss.

Expert Suspicion from Will Creed

Probably mealybugs—if spots are soft, cottony. Need better description or photo to confirm.

Next Steps

• If mealybugs: Will provides treatment.
• Send photo to wcreed@HorticulturalHelp.com for palm ID + care.
• Many palm types = different needs.