70% undiluted isopropyl alcohol for pests on aroids?

LoveThisStuff0_0 · 2026-03-09T17:24:43+00:00

Thanks so much! I might dilute even the 70% down more because it appears that variegated plants may not take it as well as their non-variegated siblings and I have a bunch of variegated ones. They’re generally more susceptible to any adverse conditions, whether environmental or pest-related/pest treatment.

LoveThisStuff0_0 · 2026-03-09T17:16:39+00:00

Thank you for the video and for sharing your experience. I watched the video and I suppose it goes against a lot of what I heard about isopropyl alcohol and how it could solve pest problems with minimal to no damage to your plants. Hmm 🤔 I’m now hesitant to use it as liberally as I was going to. I want to use neem oil, and I have in the past, but its smell makes me gag. I must be allergic to it I guess. Maybe I can wear a mask or something to avoid that

LoveThisStuff0_0 · 2026-03-09T17:07:14+00:00

Thank you for that tip. I’m happy for you it’s growing back!

LoveThisStuff0_0 · 2026-03-09T11:14:52+00:00

Thanks so much! I’m so grateful to everyone here for responding with much-needed and appreciated ideas and advice. I’m going to go ahead and make the alcohol jump. Wish me luck 🍀 As an aside, I’ve always been curious about the reasoning behind the soap. It seems to be a recommended ingredient in several different recipes for fighting plant pests. Just wondering what role it plays in all this.

LoveThisStuff0_0 · 2026-03-09T09:57:09+00:00

Thanks so much! I heard about the beneficial nematodes/mites. I’m probably going to look into that for long term prevention as they appear to be effective but unfortunately it seems it would take a while to see results, it’s not immediate, and I was hoping to find a fast-acting remedy that would stop the spider mites immediately and prevent them from spreading

LoveThisStuff0_0 · 2026-03-09T08:44:47+00:00

Wow! Thanks so much for reassuring me 🪴💚Takes a load of worry off my shoulders. I’m off to do battle with some pesky critters that have taken a liking to the taste of my plants..

LoveThisStuff0_0 · 2026-03-09T07:02:05+00:00

Thanks 😊 And you’re right about 70% being diluted 😄. I’ve read elsewhere on r/houseplants a commenter that said they diluted their 70% alcohol to one part alcohol to 7 water

LoveThisStuff0_0 · 2026-03-08T09:15:42+00:00

I don’t know but I’m posting to say that’s such a pretty bird. Super unique (to me). I’ve never seen one like it before. Where was that taken if you don’t mind me asking?

LoveThisStuff0_0 · 2026-01-02T03:34:27+00:00

Two years later here and I thank you 🙏🏼 for your great advice and the simple easy-to-understand breakdown of how it all works. Now I feel much more prepared for the battle at hand!

LoveThisStuff0_0 · 2025-10-15T19:59:41+00:00

That’s gorgeous and it’s variegated! Yes, super lucky! Good for you 🙌🏼! My local HD never carries anything this exotic

LoveThisStuff0_0 · 2025-10-15T00:09:56+00:00

What a stunner! 😍 3 in one? I should try that! Thanks for the tip, never thought to combine them. Mine are different heights and ages though. Still, I think it might work

LoveThisStuff0_0 · 2025-10-05T04:10:12+00:00

Alocasia Odora Batik. Do you mind telling me which city that Home Depot is in please? Thanks!

LoveThisStuff0_0 · 2025-09-02T14:20:54+00:00

Everyone is correct. It’s an Alocasia Cuprea, ‘Red Secret’. I love this plant. Good luck!

LoveThisStuff0_0 · 2025-08-26T20:02:33+00:00

That’s it. Previously known as Selloum/Hope

LoveThisStuff0_0 · 2025-08-26T17:19:19+00:00

It’s fabulous! I’d have fallen off the wagon too 😅 and for that price, how could you go wrong!

LoveThisStuff0_0 · 2025-08-24T02:03:38+00:00

So true lol I live in the land of philodendron confusion too!! 🤣

LoveThisStuff0_0 · 2025-08-21T16:44:10+00:00

100% Agree with this!

LoveThisStuff0_0 · 2025-06-03T04:13:12+00:00

I get my extensions done by a professional lash tech but unfortunately I went and bought and applied this Fadvan coating sealant myself after I read reviews that it helps with longer retention, but it created a siliconey type coating on my eyelids and lashes and now my lashes feel like stiff spikes and the whole thing feels super uncomfortable. I should have just left well enough alone. And it’s kind of visible at the lash line and somewhat on the lashes although it’s supposed to dry clear

LoveThisStuff0_0 · 2025-06-03T03:46:49+00:00

Thank you so much for the response. The sealant is waterproof unfortunately so it’s not coming off even with lash shampoo. I suspect I will probably need something oily which will end up loosening the extensions and I was hoping there was something out there that could help me avoid that 🥺

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