Small, soft-bodied insects (green, black, or gray) clustered on new growth and flower buds, with sticky honeydew residue and curled or distorted new leaves.
Cause & development
A broad host range across many common houseplants. EPPO code APHIGO.
Favorable conditions
•Rapid population growth in warm indoor conditions
•New plants introduced without a quarantine period
Management
1Rinse plants with a strong stream of lukewarm water to dislodge aphids
2Apply insecticidal soap or neem oil, repeating every 1-2 weeks