What causes the brown scale on Easter cactus

Question

What causes the brown scale on my Easter cactus and what can I do for it? It is always outside in dappled light on the east side of the house.

Answer 1

The scale are attracted to your cactus because it presents a warm, dry environment that is a source of plant sap.

For more information about scale and a prescribed course of treatment, please visit the following link:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/control-plant-scale.htm