Is There Anything We Can To Save A Queen Palm?

Question

The tree has lost bark and is oozing sap that is attracting birds and bees. It still seems to have healthy growth of palms

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Answer 1

It looks like a boring insect may have invaded it, which could cause sap. Queen palms also are susceptible to pink rot, so I've given you a link to info about that disease. Ganoderma butt rot is a disease that causes decay of the trunk.

Queen palms need supplemental water applied, so be sure it is getting plenty of water. Palms also are notorious for nutritional deficiencies. Once a plant is stressed, insects and disease can move in.

I suggest calling your local extension agent who can recommend if any new treatments are available.

http://ipm.ucanr.edu/PMG/GARDEN/PLANTS/INVERT/giantpalmborer.html

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/queen-palms/how-to-grow-queen-palm-outdoors.htm

http://ipm.ucanr.edu/PMG/PESTNOTES/pn74148.html

https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/st609

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search