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title: "I'm being gaslit into thinking that these white spots are dust,…"
description: "I'm being gaslit into thinking that these white spots are dust, mineral buildup or natural leaf coloration instead of pests, and I need to confirm with the…"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/8YJLrBkOSo27kyNSisgUpA/5w92GwI9bNS9vozYTPhtmM"
community: "Alocasia Aficionados"
author: "🎲Sunmoth🍡"
published: "2025-02-10T21:17:36.582287Z"
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# I'm being gaslit into thinking that these white spots are dust,…

_Posted by 🎲Sunmoth🍡 on 2025-02-10_

I'm being gaslit into thinking that these white spots are dust, mineral buildup or natural leaf coloration instead of pests, and I need to confirm with the council again. Its so tiring to find these spots again after trying so much stuff. TIA!

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## 7 comments

### Plantgirly commented on 2025-02-10

If you have a large collection 10/10 investing in a lil microscope because it could be but I can’t zoom to see anything! They need to fix that

### Plantgirly commented on 2025-02-10

It kinda looks like thrips damage but it’s hard to tell! We will wait for more council members

#### 🎲Sunmoth🍡 replied on 2025-02-10

Thank you:) I'm at my wits end with these two. The dreaded clearance section of a grocery store, and now I have no idea what kinda bugs I even have to deal with! And If it's bugs at all:)) a microscope is a fabulous idea, I'm thinking about it.

### K commented on 2025-02-10

I got a lighted magnifying glass for like $5 and it’s great, if you don’t wanna go quite that fancy

It sounds like you’ve already done some empiric treatment so this is probably something you’ve tried, but you can always just spray with isopropyl thoroughly all over, wait a minute, and wipe off. It’s tough on the leaves but will kill almost anything, especially if the pest is that small.

#### 🎲Sunmoth🍡 replied on 2025-02-10

Will do first thing tomorrow, thank you!! These are driving me crazy

### Sunny commented on 2025-02-11

Low humidity can cause dry spots. Check the humidity levels. Add a humidifier, if needed. Definitely, check for pests as recommended.

#### 🎲Sunmoth🍡 replied on 2025-02-11

Thank you! Just misted these guys just in case. We are on an island so hopefully generally humidity isn't an issue, but it is a rescue so who knows what conditions it's been in before. Thanks for the feedback again:)

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