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- Identify and fight spider mites on orchids - that's how it works
- Overview of the appearance and symptoms of spider mites
- Combat spider mites without chemicals - tips for environmentally friendly agents
- Tips
Spider mites can be successfully controlled with a Neem-containing spray
Identify and fight spider mites on orchids - that's how it works
To effectively control pests of orchids, the specific pest species should be known. Thus, effective agents against lice in a spider mite infestation rarely achieve the hoped-for success. On the basis of which characteristics you recognize spider mites, learn here. Use our tips for a targeted fight with ecologically responsible means.
Overview of the appearance and symptoms of spider mites
To distinguish spider mites from other pests, please pay attention to the following combination of appearance and symptoms:
Up to 20 times a minute, spider mites bite into the leaf veins, causing the tissue cells to collapse within a short time. Visible is the destructive bustle of countless, light yellow speckles on the foliage. If no countermeasures are taken now, the leaves, shoots and ultimately the entire orchid will die.
Combat spider mites without chemicals - tips for environmentally friendly agents
They are hardier than aphids. Spider mites can not be dealt with with proven home remedies. After all, there are good prospects in the early stages of freeing the orchid from the plague with the following ecological methods:
If the infestation has already brought your orchid to the brink of ruin, disposal should be considered to prevent its further spread. Unless you want to stretch your arms before the parasites, we recommend using an acaricide, such as Spider mite-free Kanemite by Dr. med. Stahler. The new product promises to protect beneficial insects such as bees and lacewings.
Tips
The most effective form of prevention against spider mites is the highest possible humidity. Since orchids in any case favor a humid and warm tropical climate, the observance of the obligatory conditions for the ideal location is sufficient in principle. In addition, keep the pests at a distance by spraying the orchid regularly with soft water.