Mealybugs

Planoccocus sp.

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Symptoms:
Plant damage is caused by loss of sap extracted by high numbers of mealybugs, resulting in wilted, distorted and yellowed (chlorotic) leaves, premature leaf drop, stunted growth, and occasionally death of infested plants or plant parts.

Control:
Consult the Department of Entomology Web Site for recommended controls of this pest.

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Publication Revised July 2009