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Sun, Feb 10, 13 at 16:31
| I have a grouping of 3 pygmy date palms in a bed outdoors. They are approx. 12 yrs. old. Recently I noticed that the new leaves and the inner part of the palms are covered in a white powder looking substance. I have sprayed with insecticide and fungicide with very little effect. Does anyone know what this could be and how to treat it? |
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- Posted by ericthehurdler NOR CAL 9a (My Page) on Sun, Feb 10, 13 at 17:06
| Pygmy dates have a natural white coating on their leaves called tomentum. It is very natural and normal for many palms. You could post a picture to make sure but its most likely fine. |
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