Umbrella Plant

Question

My umbrella plant has green and blackish small insects (about 2-3 mm). They are affecting new leaves, which become distorted and shrivelled.  I have used liquid soap but not to much effect. What should I do?

Answer 1

It sounds like it might be aphids. This article will help with that:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/homemade-aphid-control-a-natural-way-to-kill-aphids.htm

I would recommend neem oil as a possible insecticide for them:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm