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Visible Insects or Other Pests Described

They are insects which measure 1/16 to 1/4 inch in length. They are coated with a white, powdery, wax-like substance which makes them look like specks of cotton clinging to your Violet. If the pests which you see fit this description, your African Violet is probably suffering from the following:

Check this possible cause against the symptoms you are seeing. It is accompanied by a full description which will help you determine whether or not it is the cause of the problems your African Violet is experiencing.

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