What do you see when you look closely at the fronds?
Spider mites and scale are the Areca's usual pests — a close look tells them apart.
What do you see when you look closely at the fronds?
Fine webbing and tiny pale speckles on the leaflets→Sticky residue, brown bumps, or white cottony spots→
Read the full Areca Palm care guide →
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