Florida Wax Scale
Creamy, round spots on stems and leaves
About Florida Wax Scale
Creamy, round spots on stems and leaves often indicate an infestation of Florida Wax Scale (Ceroplastes floridensis), a common turf pest in Middle Tennessee areas like Franklin and Brentwood. These small, armored insects feed on plant sap, weakening turfgrass and ornamental plants while producing honeydew that encourages sooty mold growth. Effective management involves regular monitoring and targeted treatments to protect lawn health.
Florida Wax Scale (Creamy, round spots on stems and leaves) is a turf pest commonly found in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Turf Pests identification guide.
As lawn care and treatment specialists, we encounter Florida Wax Scale regularly when servicing properties across the region. Proper identification is the first step toward effective pest management that protects both your turf and your landscape plantings.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- Florida Wax Scale
- Scientific Name
- Creamy, round spots on stems and leaves
- Category
- Turf Pest
- Region
- Middle Tennessee
