Due to their unique shapes and easy-to-care-for nature, succulents have gained popularity among plant enthusiasts. In the process of caring for them, succulents are also susceptible to various pests. Understanding the common pests of succulents is crucial for timely prevention and control. This article will provide a detailed introduction to the common pests found in succulents and offer corresponding control methods.
Red spidersRed spiders are one of the most common pests in succulents, especially in dry and poorly ventilated environments. They are tiny in size, red or brown in color, and often form a web-like structure on the leaves of succulents, which can cause the leaves to turn yellow and even die in severe cases.
Control methods:
1. Improve ventilation and keep the air flowing.
2. Regularly inspect plants and remove red spiders promptly when found.
3. Use insecticides for control, such as pymetrozine, abamectin, etc.
Scale insectsScale insects are small in size and often attach to the leaves and stems of succulents, absorbing the plant juices. The secretions of scale insects can clog the plant's stomata, affecting normal growth.
Control methods:
1. Regularly inspect plants and remove scale insects promptly when found.
2. Use insecticides for control, such as dichlorvos, fenvalerate, etc.
3. Spraying kerosene or alcohol can have a certain controlling effect.
AphidsAphids are tiny in size and come in various colors. They often gather on the leaves and stems of succulents, absorb the plant juices, causing the leaves to turn yellow and fall off, and in severe cases, can lead to plant death.
Control methods:
1. Strengthen ventilation and keep the air flowing.
2. Regularly inspect plants and remove aphids promptly when found.
3. Use insecticides for control, such as pymetrozine, dimethoate, etc.
WhitefliesWhiteflies are tiny in size and often gather on the back of the leaves of succulents. They absorb the plant juices, causing the leaves to turn yellow and fall off, and in severe cases, can lead to plant death.
Control methods:
1. Strengthen ventilation and keep the air flowing.
2. Regularly inspect plants and remove whiteflies promptly when found.
3. Use insecticides for control, such as pymetrozine, dimethoate, etc.
Snails and slugsSnails and slugs are common pests of succulents. They chew on the leaves and stems of succulents, causing plant damage.
Control methods:
1. Regularly inspect plants and remove snails and slugs promptly when found.
2. Use insecticides for control, such as trichlorfon, fenvalerate, etc.
3. Sprinkling lime around the pot can have a certain controlling effect.
Common pests of succulents include red spiders, scale insects, aphids, whiteflies, snails, and slugs. Understanding the characteristics and control methods of these pests can help us better care for succulents and allow them to grow healthily. When controlling pests, we should follow the principle of "prevention first, comprehensive management" and minimize the use of chemical pesticides to protect the ecological environment.