Parlor Palm Dripping Sap on Table? It's Insect Honeydew—Wipe with Alcohol

An indoor palm (maybe parlor) leaves sticky sap-like substance on the table. Why?

Palms Don't Secrete Sap

The residue is honeydew from mites or whitefly larvae feeding on frond undersides.

Fix

• Inspect frond undersides closely.
• Wipe with isopropyl alcohol.
• Let sit 6 hours, then hose off outside.

Prevention

Mist regularly—dry air encourages mites. Quarantine new plants.