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title: "Does anyone know what's up with my friends Hoya callistophylla? The…"
description: "Does anyone know what's up with my friends Hoya callistophylla? The new leaf has got brown spots"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/kIIuL87kMAqaQMgXNFpdsB"
community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "Carolina"
published: "2025-01-18T08:19:13.909087Z"
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# Does anyone know what's up with my friends Hoya callistophylla? The…

_Posted by Carolina on 2025-01-18_

Does anyone know what's up with my friends Hoya callistophylla? The new leaf has got brown spots

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## 3 comments

### Planta member commented on 2025-01-18

Are those aphids

### Sunny commented on 2025-01-18

It really does look infested. Most insects go after the new tender shoots and drink out the sap. Your friend should clear the pests and try not to pass them to other plants with hands or tools. Isolate the plant. Treat with insecticidal soap or neem oil.

#### Carolina replied on 2025-01-18

Thank you for the feedback. I'll let her know!

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