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Identifying aphids on Aloe Vera
Small green, black, or grey insects clustered on new growth near the centre of the rosette and on flower stalks if the plant is blooming.
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Life cycle
Reproduce rapidly without mating in spring/summer. One female can produce 80+ offspring per week. Multiple generations per year.
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Damage to Aloe Vera
Aphids sap-suck at the base of new leaves and flower stalks, causing distorted growth and leaving sticky honeydew that can attract sooty mould on the thick leaves.
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How to treat aphids on Aloe Vera
Spray forcefully with water to dislodge aphids, or wipe them off by hand. Follow with insecticidal soap or neem oil if the infestation persists.
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Preventing aphids on Aloe Vera
Inspect new growth at the centre of the rosette periodically, especially if the plant is flowering, and quarantine new plants before placing them nearby.