What Is The Sticky Substance Under My Mango Trees Leaves?

Question

I just started growing a mango tree in a pot its been about 5 months and there some leaves with a sticky substance underneath it and then there are also some light green spots on the leaves, i’m not sure if its a parasite or if its a natural thing it does, also if it happens to be a parasite how do I treat it? Thank you!

Answer 1

It is likely aphids or scale, because they secrete a sticky substance called honeydew. Here is more:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/control-plant-scale.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/homemade-aphid-control.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/aphids-tree-disease.htm