Well guys... I came here looking for a way to kill Broad Mites that doesn't include dropping $300 on a miticide that actually works on them. 😠Instead of finding my answer here, I think I need to answer the questions at the end of this thread.
Those spots at the base of your leaf stems are normal although one of the pics above looks like theirs is housing some eggs. (@fifitx) Leave them be. This is a perfect example of how nature works together for the benefit of two different species. The Plumeria is producing a sweet nectar from those spots to attract the ants. The ants in turn protect the plant from other invaders. Don't kill the ants! Or the assassin bugs, the lady bugs, the jumping spiders, or any other bug that's HELPING your plant thrive.
In my case, all of my Plumeria are potted. We've had some pretty crazy weather lately and they were all knocked over a few times leaving this dusty dirt all over the leaves. Well I was able to rinse most off but it has collected in those spots on the stems, seemingly clogging the areas. I have no more ants and now I'm having issues with new leaves curling and dying. I'm extremely worried my buds are next. 😳 That said, if anyone has any tips on murdering Broad mites, I'm all ears! lol
