If you’ve ever brushed against a tree or plant and seen a cloud of dust fly in the air, there’s a good chance your plants may be infested with psyllids.
Psyllids, also known as “jumping plant lice”, are tiny winged insects that feed on sap from the underside of plant and tree leaves. The most common types of psyllids in San Diego include Asian Citrus Psyllids, Spotted Gum Lerp Psyllid, Red Gum Lerp Psyllid, all of which have the ability to harm and kill the plants and trees on your property.
If you suspect that your plants and trees are suffering from a psyllids infestation, contact our ISA-certified arborists to help diagnose and treat the issue.
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Common Symptoms of Psyllids
Psyllids are commonly known as plant lice, and they can lead to a variety of symptoms. You may start with a few lumps on your leaves, and you may notice something sticky underneath the surface of your tree. You may also notice defoliation, and psyllids can also cause black, sooty mold to develop on the tree itself.
There are a number of symptoms associated with a psyllids infestation, which include:
Lumps on Leaves
One sign of psyllids is the appearance of lumps, galls, or bubbles on the surface of the plant’s or tree’s leaves.
Defoliation
Psyllids can cause extensive premature defoliation, leading to a loss of plant or tree leaves.
Sticky Honeydew Substance
Psyllids secrete honeydew, which can appear as a sticky substance on the ground underneath the plant or tree and attract unwelcome insects.
Black Sooty Mold
The honeydew secretions left behind by psyllids can encourage the growth of a sooty black mold.
Recommended Treatment for Psyllids
If you believe your tree is suffering from psyllids, contact the tree health specialists at Tree Doctor as early as possible. We have years of experience treating psyllid infestations and have a proven track record of not only eliminating psyllids but treating the underlying cultural cause that can keep infestations from ever reoccurring.
Trunk Injection
Our two-year trunk injection treatment will control psyllid infestation for enough time to address the tree’s underlying issues.
Proper Watering
We’ll provide custom recommendations for a proper watering program for the tree to improve its cultural environment and natural defenses.
Soil Capacity & Quality
We’ll test your soil and make recommendations for improving its capacity to carry water, oxygen, and nutrients as well as its ability to retain and sustain those nutrients over time.
Tree Growth Regulation
Our specialists will also recommend possible growth regulation treatments to ensure the tree is over-growing its environment.
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