Weeping Fig's weeping

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  1. lxs

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    Hello everyone.
    I got 10ft. weeping fig inside the house. For the last year its been producing sap from its leaves, Hard to remove from furniture.
    Is there antything I could do to prevent this?

    I might loose the tree if I don't.
    Thank you.
     
  2. globalist1789

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    Sounds like a aphid or white fly problem to me. Exactly where on the plant is the "sap " coming from?
     
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    it looks like its dropping from the leaves.
     
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    is it white sap, or it itsd just clear like drops of water , because mine do this let them dry out before watering, they dont like to be wet for too long.
     
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    Its clear like water but it is sticky and thats the problem with the landlord. I water it as soon as I feel its dry 1" below the surface. Should I stop watering it for a while?
    Do you think the dripping is going to stop?
     
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    Ok, the plant is just ridding itself of extra water. Less water and more light should put a stop to it.
     
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    i let mine realy dry out , before watering it again. sometimes i leave it a little too long and the odd leave falls off but thats all. hope this helps.
     
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    Thank you guys so much. Enjoy the sunny days while they last. Cheers
     

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