spider mites on Philodendron Imperial Red
Quick answer
If your Philodendron Imperial Red has spider mites, the most likely cause is: Spider mites are listed among the pests that attack Red-leaf Philodendron (the species group to which Philodendron Imperial Red belongs), feeding on the foliage of this compact, erect climber with large, arrow-shaped leaves. The same Plant Doctor symptom chart lists spider mites as a cause of small, spindly growth and dull, discolored leaves on indoor tropicals.
Start here:
- 1. Check under the leaves for spider mites; if any are found, cut away the affected parts and spray with insect soap or apply a biological control.
- 2. Spray the infected parts with insect soap and/or use a biological control, repeating until the infestation clears, and isolate the plant from nearby houseplants during treatment.
Why Philodendron Imperial Red gets spider mites
philodendron imperial red
Spider mites are listed among the pests that attack Red-leaf Philodendron (the species group to which Philodendron Imperial Red belongs), feeding on the foliage of this compact, erect climber with large, arrow-shaped leaves. The same Plant Doctor symptom chart lists spider mites as a cause of small, spindly growth and dull, discolored leaves on indoor tropicals.
How to reverse spider mites on Philodendron Imperial Red
- 1
Check under the leaves for spider mites; if any are found, cut away the affected parts and spray with insect soap or apply a biological control.
- 2
Spray the infected parts with insect soap and/or use a biological control, repeating until the infestation clears, and isolate the plant from nearby houseplants during treatment.
Keep spider mites off this Philodendron Imperial Red
Keep Imperial Red in a warm, shady to filtered-sun position away from direct sunlight, with high humidity maintained by frequent misting, and inspect the leaf undersides weekly to catch mites early.