Nep leaf’s waxy film?

By Camden -  Mon Feb 20, 2023 2:58 am
Location:  Upper VA, U.S.A - Zone 7B
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- Mon Feb 20, 2023 2:58 am #430909

I’ve been noticing a waxy film on my nep leaves recently. It doesn’t seem to be dust. It feels like a waxy film almost. Any ideas?

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By Supercazzola -  Mon Feb 20, 2023 3:37 am
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- Mon Feb 20, 2023 3:37 am #430910

On all, or certain ones like truncata?

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By Supercazzola -  Mon Feb 20, 2023 3:38 am
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- Mon Feb 20, 2023 3:38 am #430911

Supercazzola wrote: ↑Mon Feb 20, 2023 3:37 am On all, or certain ones like truncata?

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By optique -  Mon Feb 20, 2023 3:55 am
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- Mon Feb 20, 2023 3:55 am #430912

The wax covers the pores in the leafs to prevent water loss in low humidity. The waxy ones make great house plants.

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