spider mite infestation on Houseplant
Quick answer
If your Houseplant has spider mite infestation, the most likely cause is: Red spider mites thrive in dry conditions, feeding on leaf undersides causing stippled bronze-grey leaves, webbing, and eventual leaf drop if untreated
Start here:
- 1. Increase humidity around affected plants by daily misting with tepid water
- 2. Spray plants with petroleum oil emulsion or miticide specifically labeled for spider mites
Why Houseplant gets spider mite infestation
Red spider mites thrive in dry conditions, feeding on leaf undersides causing stippled bronze-grey leaves, webbing, and eventual leaf drop if untreated
How to reverse spider mite infestation on Houseplant
- 1
Increase humidity around affected plants by daily misting with tepid water
- 2
Spray plants with petroleum oil emulsion or miticide specifically labeled for spider mites
- 3
Ensure thorough coverage of leaf undersides where mites congregate
- 4
Isolate heavily infested plants to prevent spread
- 5
Spray weekly until infestation clears; mites can develop resistance quickly
- 6
Plants kept in consistently humid environments rarely suffer spider mite damage
Keep spider mite infestation off this Houseplant
Maintain adequate humidity (60%+). Inspect plants regularly especially leaf undersides. Immediate treatment at first sign of stippling or webbing.