A friend gave me a monstera adansonii to take care of because it was dying, and it’s been doing well lately, lots of new growth and healthy leaves. I was looking at a new leaf today and noticed black thrips, so of course I panicked and then removed them one by one off all the leaves. I’m going to hose it down and then quarantine it. It’s not a horrible infestation but I am looking for some pesticide to treat it, does anyone have any recommendations?
Stroooong stuff. Lol You will also need to treat the soil as their eggs/larvae drip from the leaves into the soil (and spray won’t kill the eggs laid in the leaves). I use diatomaceous earth, but I’m sure others will have suggestions. You also want to treat 1x/5-7 days for at least 21 days to make sure you are getting them at every growth stages. I like to treat 2 more times after I’ve seen the last adult. They are horrible little creatures. Good luck!
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좋아요 1개Also, if your plant has been in close proximity to others I highly suggest treating them all. Thrips spread quickly and easily, so you will be chasing your tail.
2개 좋아요Look for a spray that has thips listed as one of the specific pest it addresses.
좋아요 1개 Good idea, I’m looking through my other plants now
0개 좋아요 With the diatomaceous earth, would I just sprinkle it all over the leaves and soil?
0개 좋아요Get a spray bottle and fill it halfway with rubbing alcohol, add a few drops of dish soap, fill the rest of the way with water. This mixture will kill anything and exact measurements aren’t really necessary. I spray both sides of the plant and the top of the soil. Usually repeat once a week for three weeks and they are gone.
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