Rubber plant

Discussion in 'Indoor and Greenhouse Plants' started by utrechtman, Jul 8, 2007.

  1. utrechtman

    utrechtman Member

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    Hi all,
    I have this Rubber plant that I rescued from my daughter who was going to leave it outside in Edmonton to let it die because it was too large for her house.
    Anyway, I noticed that some of the leaves have holes in them and also there are what almost looks like a spidery web on some leaves.
    These must be some kind of a bug, what is it and how do I get rid of them.
    Please help, I don't want to loose this plant
     
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    photopro Well-Known Member

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    Spray it with a good plant soap available at most nuseries. Some growers also use a plant oil similar to cooking oil diluted in water. And others prefer to use a variety of Lady Bugs. Sounds like spider mites. It's not difficult to control.
     
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    Thank you, I will do as you say
     
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    Sprayed my plant, no more bugs.
    Thank you
     

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