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Malathion
Fast acting broad spectrum insecticide applied by drenching plant. -
Horticultural oil and Fish oil
Weekly or biweekly sprayings for several months is required to offer control of scales on leaflets and stems. -
Dimethoate
Was used from mid-May, June, and July by drenching the entire plant. Higher concentrations of Cygon 2E effective against root-infesting scales. -
EPA cancels dimethoate
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Pyriproxifen
An insect growth regulator that provided excellent control of A. yasumatsui. Most effective on lightly infested plants.