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2. Maconellicoccus hirsutus - Wikipedia

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   A heavy, black, sooty mold may develop on an infested plant's leaves and stems as a result of the mealybug's heavy honey-dew secretions. When fruits are infested, they can be entirely covered with the white waxy coating of the mealybug. Infestation can lead to fruit drop, or fruit may remain on the host in a dried and shriveled condition.

3. Mealybug - Wikipedia

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   Mealybug females feed on plant sap, normally in roots or other crevices, and in a few cases the bottoms of stored fruit. They attach themselves to the plant and secrete a powdery wax layer (hence the name "mealy" bug) used for protection while they suck the plant juices. The males are short-lived, as they do not feed at all as adults and only ...

4. Phenacoccus manihoti - Wikipedia

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   Description P. manihoti is a type of mealybug. It is commonly called the cassava mealybug because it feeds on cassava. It is an oligophagous insect that demonstrates an aphid -like phloem feeding behavior. P. manihoti reproduces by thelytokous parthenogenesis and goes through four in-star larval forms which have differing numbers of antennal segments. Mealybugs are noted for the production of ...

5. How To Get Rid Of Whiteflies So They Don't Destroy Your Plants

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   Re-treat according to label directions, but typically you will need applications every 5 to 7 days over the course of several weeks. If you’re still fighting an infestation, try a systemic ...

6. How to Revive a Peace Lily So It's Lush and Thriving Again ...

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   "Common houseplant insects such as spider mites, aphids, or mealybugs can damage the plant," says Miller. Rubbing insecticidal soap on the leaves can treat some insect infestations.

7. Mosquitoes, bees, ticks and more: How to treat bites and ...

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   Here’s how to treat bites from bugs and lower the risk you’ll become their next meal. (Photo illustration: Ivana Cruz for Yahoo News; photos: Getty Images) (Photo illustration: Ivana Cruz for ...