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Pests
Mealybugs on Lemon Tree
Commonly affects: Citrus limon (Lemon Tree)
White, cottony masses cluster in leaf axils and along stems, secreting honeydew and weakening the tree over time.
Potential Causes
- 1Warm, sheltered conditions favouring mealybug establishment
- 2Introduction from a nearby infested plant
- 3Dense growth providing hidden shelter for colonies
Solution Steps
- 1Dab visible colonies with a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol
- 2Spray thoroughly with insecticidal soap, working it into leaf axils and stem junctions
- 3Isolate the affected tree from other susceptible plants until cleared
- 4Repeat treatment every 7-10 days for several cycles
Prevention Tip
Check leaf axils and new growth tips carefully â mealybugs often establish in these sheltered spots first on citrus.
