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Preventing Bacterial Wilt on Bat Faced Cuphea – Detection and Control

The delightfully bat-like blooms of Cuphea llavea make this tropical plant a fun addition to gardens. However, bacterial wilt caused by Ralstonia solanacearum can spell disaster for your prized bat faced cuphea. Learning to recognize, prevent and treat bacterial wilt is key to ensuring the health and longevity of this beautiful plant. This comprehensive guide … Read more

How to Get Rid of Mealybugs on Bat Faced Cuphea Plant

The bat faced cuphea (Cuphea llavea) is prized for its unique purple and red bat-shaped flowers that attract pollinators. However, mealybugs can infest and damage these ornamental plants Mealybugs are small, soft-bodied insects that appear as white cottony masses on stems and leaves. They extract sap, causing yellowing, wilting, stunted growth, and sticky honeydew secretions … Read more