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title: "I havent had this plant for very long, so not sure much about…"
description: "I havent had this plant for very long, so not sure much about philodendrons or what kind it is. Ive just noticed these spot, is this a pest/disease or just a…"
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community: "Philodendron Parents"
author: "Haley"
published: "2025-08-25T02:54:53.431503Z"
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# I havent had this plant for very long, so not sure much about…

_Posted by Haley on 2025-08-25_

I havent had this plant for very long, so not sure much about philodendrons or what kind it is.  
Ive just noticed these spot, is this a pest/disease or just a natural thing?  
Any tips on caring for this plant would be great too  
Thanks

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## 5 comments

### Amie206 commented on 2025-08-25

Quite possibly scale…..I haven’t dealt with it so I can’t give any tips on dealing with it. May also be why you only have one leaf……

#### Haley replied on 2025-08-25

Ok ill have a look into scale, thanks

### Kyle commented on 2025-08-25

These are extra floral nectaries (EFNs) they are little scars left by nectar that the plant produces. They are harmless. If you want to prevent them you can wipe away the little drops of nectar on the leaves and petioles

#### Haley replied on 2025-08-25

Oh great, thank you

#### Heatherette replied on 2025-08-28

This. Most my philos do this like crazy

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