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title: "Is the white on my Hindu rope plant thrips or just dried minerals…"
description: "Is the white on my Hindu rope plant thrips or just dried minerals from misting the plant last night?"
url: "https://getplanta.com/community/lKxUkhzRR_aIJD7o1QvtwQ/wutg4EXzCth9jqfPcWwE42"
community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "Sarah"
published: "2025-08-31T16:20:18.846831Z"
language: "en"
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# Is the white on my Hindu rope plant thrips or just dried minerals…

_Posted by Sarah on 2025-08-31_

Is the white on my Hindu rope plant thrips or just dried minerals from misting the plant last night?

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## 2 comments

### Sunny commented on 2025-08-31

Use a magnifying glass and check for legs or movement.

I wouldn’t mist this hoya variety. They have too many crevices to hold moisture and block airflow creating an environment where mildew and pests like. A humidifier is better since the fine water droplets dry faster. Use distilled water if you do mist. 🪴🍀

#### Sarah replied on 2025-08-31

Thank you :)

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