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title: "Hi everyone, I have been pruning my large bird of paradise and have…"
description: "Hi everyone, I have been pruning my large bird of paradise and have discovered that ants are inside of the dying stems. Do I need to be worried about this?…"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/Ktw8B5CcTlSQqDurUu87ug/d0Scm5lNoXngL6aXbdwA3k"
community: "Pets and Plants"
author: "Mellie"
published: "2025-12-31T08:08:36.457519Z"
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# Hi everyone, I have been pruning my large bird of paradise and have…

_Posted by Mellie on 2025-12-31_

Hi everyone, I have been pruning my large bird of paradise and have discovered that ants are inside of the dying stems. Do I need to be worried about this? Could it be the cause of the dead limbs? For context it was been incredibly hot where I live so I assumed the curling leaves and dying flowers was a result of the heat. I have also noticed other bird of paradise around my town looking the same. Thanks!

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## 2 comments

### StormLover commented on 2025-12-31

They secrete nectar therefore the ants. Check for other pests and treat accordingly. Do a search online for natural remedies on treatment before you take out the big guns! I hope it recovers!

### Adaya commented on 2026-01-06

This happens to me to, what you need to do make a solution of vinegar and water and then spray it on the plant. I used this method and it worked amazing

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