What to Do When Alocasia Gets Pests? Effective Control Methods to Teach You

Alocasia (Alocasia macrorrhizos) is a large foliage plant that not only has ornamental value but can also reduce noise, absorb dust and purify the air, and many people want to grow it. So, what should you do when Alocasia gets pests?

1. What to do when Alocasia gets pests?

It depends on what kind of pest the Alocasia has. If they are mites, you can control them with acaricides such as mite-killing agents, sweeping-mite agents, and imidacloprid. If they are aphids, you can control them with a 3000-fold dilution of 40% dimethoate emulsion or a 1000-fold dilution of 80% dichlorvos in water. If they are snails, you can hand-pick and kill them or use dichlorvos for control. If they are ants, you can control them with a 500-fold dilution of deltamethrin.

2. Is Alocasia poisonous?

Alocasia is poisonous. The sap in its stems and leaves is toxic. If you lick the sap that seeps from its leaves, eat other parts of the plant (leaves, stems, etc.), or contact sensitive areas such as the eyes and mouth, it will cause swelling and numbness at the contact site, and in severe cases symptoms of central nervous system poisoning. If it is accidentally ingested or poisoning occurs, seek medical attention promptly.

3. Can Alocasia be placed in the bedroom?

Alocasia is not suitable for the bedroom. Because it is itself poisonous, if it is accidentally ingested or its sap is touched, it may cause poisoning. Moreover, although it can purify the air, at night it releases carbon dioxide and absorbs oxygen, which has a certain effect on the air in the bedroom.