The pest forms colonies on the host plant, and if left undisturbed, the colonies will grow into large masses of white waxy coverings on branches, fruiting structures, leaves, and even whole plants, including large trees.
On the host plant, the pest forms colonies that grow into substantial groups of white, waxy coverings on branches, fruiting structures, leaves, and sometimes whole plants, including large trees. If left unattended to, this growth continues unabated.