Rescuing a Majesty Palm from Scale and Cultural Issues: Repotting, Light, and Pest Control

Majesty Palm in a 16‑Inch Pot: Scale and Stress

The sticky substance and bumps are scale insects. The brown tips indicate cultural stress (pot‑bound, low humidity, possibly too much sun).

Repot into a container at least twice the width (24‑30 inches) with 2 inches of pea stone drainage.
Place in bright indirect light—no direct afternoon sun.
Mist fronds daily to raise humidity.
Spray horticultural oil on all fronds (late afternoon), wipe/rinsing next morning.
Repeat oil treatment in 7‑10 days.

Trim brown tips for appearance. The palm should rebound with proper space and humidity.

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