The Dance of Falling Flowers: Pest and Control Methods
As a highly ornamental succulent plant, the Dance of Falling Flowers often suffers from symptoms such as yellowing and curling of leaves due to the invasion of red spider mites. This tiny pest, invisible to the naked eye, is quietly threatening the favorite plants of many gardening enthusiasts. Understanding the biological characteristics of red spider mites and mastering scientific control methods is the key to caring for the Dance of Falling Flowers.
Red Spider Mite Pest Identification Guide
Morphological Characteristics Analysis
The adult mites are 0.42-0.52 millimeters long, with a red pear-shaped body and black stripes on both sides. The eggs are transparent to deep yellow spherical, and the three pairs of legs of the larval mites are明显 distinct from the four pairs of legs of the nymph mites.
Symptoms of Damage
Initially, white spotted scars appear on the back of the leaves, and as the population density of the mites increases, the leaves show extensive yellowing and curling, and in severe cases, a spider web-like secretion can be seen covering the plants.
Dance of Falling Flowers Pest Control System
Environmental Regulation Prevention Method
Keep the cultivation environment ventilated and dry, and regularly clean up withered leaves and branches. It is recommended to use a 40-mesh insect-proof net for isolation and to monitor pest dynamics with yellow boards.
Physical Removal Techniques
At the initial stage of damage, immediately rinse the back of the leaves with a high-pressure water gun, or accurately wipe the affected areas with 75% alcohol cotton pads.
Biological Pesticide Selection
It is recommended to use 1.8% abamectin emulsion 2000 times liquid, or 20% pyridaben suspension 1500 times liquid, focusing on spraying the back of leaves and growing points, once a week for 3 weeks.
Seasonal Control Strategies
In spring, from March to April, focus on monitoring the base of the plants, and in May, strengthen the control of leaf surface moisture during the high temperature period. In the winter dormancy period, use lime sulfur mixture to clean the garden, effectively reducing the overwintering pest population.
By establishing a three-level protection system of 'prevention-monitoring-control', combined with physical removal and chemical control methods, the pest resistance of the Dance of Falling Flowers can be significantly improved. It is recommended to check the plant condition regularly every month, keep the environment clean, and leave no place for red spider mites to hide.