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title: "What kind of pests are these? Just noticed them on my mint plant"
description: "What kind of pests are these? Just noticed them on my mint plant"
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author: "Lexi 🌿"
published: "2025-04-12T21:33:03.100975Z"
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# What kind of pests are these? Just noticed them on my mint plant

_Geplaatst door Lexi 🌿 op 2025-04-12_

What kind of pests are these? Just noticed them on my mint plant

![Bijlage 1 van 2](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/DOhLQOjNkcnilDeS7jxmAjc5X_xKBA0INdgIebNdYVU/vFfH1DfpStW-LIyv-Q3Xtw.webp?size=large)

![Bijlage 2 van 2](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/DOhLQOjNkcnilDeS7jxmAjc5X_xKBA0INdgIebNdYVU/-O-fkVepSBCH1xdZ7c_3TA.webp?size=large)

## 3 reacties

### Springvision reageerde op 2025-04-12

It's hard to tell in the picture, but it looks like aphids.

### Sunny reageerde op 2025-04-12

Definitely aphids. They come in several colors and are attracted to the new growth as shown in my photo. Knock them of under a stream of water before they reproduce. They produce a sugary substance that attract ants. They reproduce very quickly. Be sure to rinse under the leaves. Wipe down the shelf and pot with rubbing alcohol. I would not add any chemicals to the mint if you plan on eating it. Check once a week for reoccurrence.

![Bijlage 1 van 1](https://images.getplanta.com/v1/resize/wefqOljjhEOiS9LRzOB1-QhxkVJiB4A5DGumXhnNrhs/s8t_NLL1TDaVab_n7p8MJg.webp?size=large)

#### Lexi 🌿 antwoordde op 2025-04-12

Thank you! That’s very helpful

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