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title: "Hello, my Poinsettia has these white bugs or nests. I am not sure…"
description: "Hello, my Poinsettia has these white bugs or nests. I am not sure what they are or how to get rid of them. Please advise, thank you."
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community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "Mrsbee"
published: "2025-04-15T15:45:03.334367Z"
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# Hello, my Poinsettia has these white bugs or nests. I am not sure…

_Geplaatst door Mrsbee op 2025-04-15_

Hello, my Poinsettia has these white bugs or nests. I am not sure what they are or how to get rid of them. Please advise, thank you.

![Bijlage 1 van 3](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/2h_RPP7PULKtBLHor-qma0IW0bYmm2EuJa9qLeOAuKA/gUuujY2PTwmZkyEku22OpA.webp?size=large)

![Bijlage 2 van 3](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/2h_RPP7PULKtBLHor-qma0IW0bYmm2EuJa9qLeOAuKA/MHx_hvpITsqB4RXGc5BACQ.webp?size=large)

![Bijlage 3 van 3](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/2h_RPP7PULKtBLHor-qma0IW0bYmm2EuJa9qLeOAuKA/KWbL2jNDQ1Oj6JufE4ehqQ.webp?size=large)

## 4 reacties

### 9s reageerde op 2025-04-15

Mealybugs. Systemic granules and a topical spray like neem oil

#### Mrsbee antwoordde op 2025-04-15

Thank you

### Sheras reageerde op 2025-04-15

Use alcohol on a q-tip to remove the ones that are visible. Then drench the entire plant and soil in an insecticidal soap or neem oil mix.

#### Mrsbee antwoordde op 2025-04-15

Thank you

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