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Q.Webby Egg Pouches Under Folded Leaf Tips On Milkweed.

Zone Bolton, MA USA | Maashe@ gmx.com added on July 24, 2025 | Answered

A common milkweed plant – the leaf tips are folded over and stuck to Webby glob.

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BushDoctor
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Answered on July 24, 2025

That appears to be a nest. Probably moth eggs. The larva can do some damage to plants.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/prevent-caterpillars.htm

This article will help you with the care of milkweed:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/prevent-caterpillars.htm

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