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White Granules on Ficus Leaves: Normal Sap, Not Pests

Harmless Physiological Trait

Hard, translucent white globules at leaf bases are solidified sap (latex), common on Ficus benjamina. No treatment needed.

Leaf Drop Cause

Likely need for pruning. Unpruned ficus self-thins by dropping old leaves.

Action

  • Prune to shape; new growth emerges below cuts.
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