White spots appearing on my new trees leaves

[whalesrock]

What could be causing these white spots on my barbdaos cherry leaves?

 

[Shibui]

Few white spots actually in focus in those photos but, given no other useful information, I suspect scale insects.
Can the spots be scraped off the leaves?
If you squash the larger spots is there any 'juice' under them?

As mentioned, additional information can usually help make IDs easier and more accurate.
Some things to include:
Tree species - The tree appears to be a ficus?
Your location - many pests are more common in some parts of the world and not present in other areas. Location can help eliminate some possibilities. Treatment options might also vary depending on location so your location can be important info.

 

[Michigan Tree Murderer]

Look under the leaves for bugs. I see some in a couple different spots. Barbados cherries are susceptible to pests. Namely aphids, spider mites, whiteflies, and scale. These can be managed with insecticidal soap, or neem oil. Also use a fungicide, and listen to Shubi as he has an ocean of knowledge.

 

[AmellLeo]

Theese could be pests, fungus or just from overwatering. Neem oil or a fungicide might be beneficial fo this...

 

[whalesrock]

Few white spots actually in focus in those photos but, given no other useful information, I suspect scale insects.
Can the spots be scraped off the leaves?
If you squash the larger spots is there any 'juice' under them?

As mentioned, additional information can usually help make IDs easier and more accurate.
Some things to include:
Tree species - The tree appears to be a ficus?
Your location - many pests are more common in some parts of the world and not present in other areas. Location can help eliminate some possibilities. Treatment options might also vary depending on location so your location can be important info.

Sorry, my hands shake so taking detailwd photos isn't always easy. I'm in central florida and the tree is a barbados cherry. I had been spraying it with neem oil every few evenings in an attempt to prevent parasites. I've attached some better photos.

 

[whalesrock]

Look under the leaves for bugs. I see some in a couple different spots. Barbados cherries are susceptible to pests. Namely aphids, spider mites, whiteflies, and scale. These can be managed with insecticidal soap, or neem oil. Also use a fungicide, and listen to Shubi as he has an ocean of knowledge.

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I use neem oil every few nights, should I maybe be spraying it down with more.

 

[WIlliam_Butler_Yeets]

Sorry, my hands shake so taking detailwd photos isn't always easy. I'm in central florida and the tree is a barbados cherry. I had been spraying it with neem oil every few evenings in an attempt to prevent parasites. I've attached some better photos.

that does indeed look like scale to me

 

[Michigan Tree Murderer]

I use neem oil every few nights, should I maybe be spraying it down with more.

Looks like you have scale or mealy bugs. I'd give insecticidal soap a try it'll kill both of those. Spray everything with the insecticidal soap, trunk, leaves, soil, & pot. Then come back a week later & spray again to kill any eggs. If you can scrap the bugs off with your fingers and squish them, or dip a q-tip in rubbing alcohol and touch each one.

 

[whalesrock]

Looks like you have scale or mealy bugs. I'd give insecticidal soap a try it'll kill both of those. Spray everything with the insecticidal soap, trunk, leaves, soil, & pot. Then come back a week later & spray again to kill any eggs. If you can scrap the bugs off with your fingers and squish them, or dip a q-tip in rubbing alcohol and touch each one.

Do you have any insecticidal recommendations?

 

[Michigan Tree Murderer]

Do you have any insecticidal recommendations?

I use this,


I've also made my own, I mix 1 tablespoon of pure liquid soap (not detergent) with 1 quart of warm water in a spray bottle, add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil & add two capfuls of rubbing alcohol. Use right away and it can be stored for later use. Add the rubbing alcohol in subsequent uses. Both have worked for me. Good luck.