How and can I save a cacti from what looks like mealybug?
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Kevin
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I reasantly gave a perfect potted cactus plant to a friend as xmas gift. It was left outside in the sun but know is covered in a white powder substance which i think is mealie bug. how do I treat it and can the plant be saved.
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Here is an article that you may find helpful. https://homeguides.sfgate.com/mealybugs-cactus-23230.html
Spot Treatment with Isopropyl Alcohol. On small infestations on houseplants, a 70% or less solution of isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol in water may be dabbed directly on mealybugs with a cotton swab to kill them or remove them.
Hey Kevin, Em nailed it. Rubbing alcohol really works well getting rid of those nasty little bugs and it’s cheap!
alcohol is best, check above post - is it perfect!