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title: "I’m quite new to plants and I’ve noticed these white spots on my…"
description: "I’m quite new to plants and I’ve noticed these white spots on my tradescantia nanouk and cannot for the life of me figure out what they are. Any help would be…"
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community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "Heidi"
published: "2026-04-18T21:51:14.439807Z"
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# I’m quite new to plants and I’ve noticed these white spots on my…

_Posted by Heidi on 2026-04-18_

I’m quite new to plants and I’ve noticed these white spots on my tradescantia nanouk and cannot for the life of me figure out what they are. Any help would be appreciated x

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## 5 comments

### nick commented on 2026-04-18

My guess is mineral deposits from water drops

#### Heidi replied on 2026-04-18

Thank you so much x

#### LadyTenorJD replied on 2026-04-19

I concur!

### AcesHigh commented on 2026-04-19

The white translucent spots on top look like water drops. But that really white one on the bottom of the leaf almost looks like a mealy bug. I would take a closer look at those bright white spots

#### nick replied on 2026-04-20

I disnt notice it b4 but I think you may have caught onto something early. Definitely make sure the white spots dont look fuzzy. Otherwise qtip and alcohol

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