The adults are winged and tend to fly around the plant when disturbed. They rasp the plant tissue and suck the juice, leaving silver specks on the surface. Their black droppings can be seen on a badly infested plant. Females leave a small scar on the tissue where they deposit their eggs. Decent control can be achieved with the same materials used on aphids.
Whiteflies are small pests that hide and feed on the underside of leaves.
They leave foliage pale or discolored. These chemicals are poisons and treat them as such. Follow the directions on the label closely and use the right chemical for the plant. Try a little of the chemical on a few leaves and wait a couple of days to see if any damage occurs. Never apply chemicals around fish tanks, pet dishes or food preparation areas.