spider mites on Majesty Palm
Quick answer
If your Majesty Palm has spider mites, the most likely cause is: Extremely common in low-humidity indoor environments (<40% RH). Spider mites (Tetranychus urticae) exploit the dry microclimate of Majesty Palm fronds, especially on new growth.
Start here:
- 1. Isolate the plant to prevent spread to other houseplants.
- 2. Thoroughly rinse all fronds with a high-pressure water stream (outdoors or in a shower).
Why Majesty Palm gets spider mites
Ravenea rivularis
Extremely common in low-humidity indoor environments (<40% RH). Spider mites (Tetranychus urticae) exploit the dry microclimate of Majesty Palm fronds, especially on new growth.
How to reverse spider mites on Majesty Palm
- 1
Isolate the plant to prevent spread to other houseplants.
- 2
Thoroughly rinse all fronds with a high-pressure water stream (outdoors or in a shower).
- 3
Apply neem oil or insecticidal soap, ensuring coverage of leaf undersides; repeat every 7 days for 3-4 weeks.
- 4
Maintain humidity at 60-70% using a humidifier to deter reinfestation.
Keep spider mites off this Majesty Palm
Weekly inspections of new fronds and consistent high humidity.