Pepperomia house plant - Ask Extension
I noticed this on the leaves of my otherwise healthy 50+ year old pepperomia. It seems healthy and bloomed ( if that's what you can call it) more pro...
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Asked August 09, 2024, 11:41 AM EDT
I noticed this on the leaves of my otherwise healthy 50+ year old pepperomia. It seems healthy and bloomed ( if that's what you can call it) more profusely than ever this year. Should I be concerned?
Cuyahoga County Ohio
Expert Response
Hi Tim,
While the photos you sent are great, it's difficult to diagnose a plant problem without examining the plant.
From what I can see, it appears your plant may be infested with some type of pest, most likely spider mites. Here's some information on controlling them:
https://extension.umn.edu/news/managing-spider-mites-houseplants
If you want an accurate diagnosis, I suggest submitting a sample to Ohio State's Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic. Information on the clinic and how to submit samples is at https://ppdc.osu.edu/home .
Your plant looks otherwise happy and healthy!
While the photos you sent are great, it's difficult to diagnose a plant problem without examining the plant.
From what I can see, it appears your plant may be infested with some type of pest, most likely spider mites. Here's some information on controlling them:
https://extension.umn.edu/news/managing-spider-mites-houseplants
If you want an accurate diagnosis, I suggest submitting a sample to Ohio State's Plant and Pest Diagnostic Clinic. Information on the clinic and how to submit samples is at https://ppdc.osu.edu/home .
Your plant looks otherwise happy and healthy!
