Vine weevil larvae

Adult vine weevils notch leaf margins, while pale larvae can feed on roots and cause sudden decline in container plants.

Isolate nowPossible cause—not a diagnosis. Compare the visible signs, plant identity, and growing conditions before treating.

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Signs you may notice

notched leaf edges
root damage
sudden wilt
cream larvae in soil

Safe first checks

Inspect leaf edges at night and carefully check the root zone for curved cream larvae with brown heads.
Move the plant away from the collection.
Inspect both sides of leaves, stems, crevices, and the pot.
Photograph the signs before cleaning so you can compare changes.

Can look similar to

Overlapping symptoms are common. Compare these alternatives before choosing a treatment.

caterpillar feeding
slug damage
root rot

What to avoid

Do not apply several pesticides at once or treat before confirming that a living pest is present.

Record and follow up

Reinspect the isolated plant and nearby plants every few days. Record living pests, new damage, and treatment response before deciding the problem is resolved.

Seek qualified local help when damage is severe, rapidly spreading, or may involve a regulated pest or disease.