With the large variety of different indoor palms, these plants naturally also have different needs and requirements for their location or care. This is very important for maintaining the he alth and species-appropriate growth of the plants.
What diseases and pests can affect indoor palms and how do you protect them from them?
-Indoor palms can be affected by diseases such as fungus or pests such as scale insects and red spiders. Good care, the ideal location and regular spraying of the palm tree help preventatively. In acute infestations, home remedies or fungicides can be used.
What diseases occur in indoor palms?
Occasionally fungal infestation occurs on indoor palms. If only the tips of the leaves are affected, you can carefully cut them back; if the infestation is more severe, home remedies are unlikely to help. To save the plant, use a fungicide early on.
Which pests can attack my indoor palm?
The most common pests on indoor palms include scale insects and the red spider. This species belongs to the spider mites and is particularly common in winter when the palm trees are exposed to dry, heated air. A phoenix palm, for example, that stands in the garden over the summer is much more robust and resilient than a purely indoor palm.
How can I prevent pests and diseases on my palm tree
As always in the plant world, good care is the best prevention against diseases and pest infestations for your indoor palm. The ideal location is just as important, because if it doesn't feel comfortable in its place, it will cause stress for your palm tree. And this doesn't just make people susceptible to illness. Determine the type of palm tree you have because each one has unique needs.
The most important things in brief:
- Most common cause of pest infestation: dry heating air
- Pests that occur: red spiders or scale insects
- first aid: spraying the palm tree
- Home remedies for spider mites: detergent made from water, dish soap and oil
- Use fungicide in case of severe fungal infestation
- Best prevention against pests: humidifier or frequent spraying of the palm tree
Tip
The sooner you react to a pest infestation or disease, the milder remedies you can use.
