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title: "Monstera delicosa (I think) - is this caused by spider mites?"
description: "Monstera delicosa (I think) - is this caused by spider mites?"
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community: "Pests, diseases and problems"
author: "Holly"
published: "2024-12-19T16:56:07.152943Z"
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# Monstera delicosa (I think) - is this caused by spider mites?

_Posted by Holly on 2024-12-19_

Monstera delicosa (I think) - is this caused by spider mites?

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## 3 comments

### Wolfen 🐺 commented on 2024-12-19

It can be, yes

### Jordan commented on 2024-12-20

It could also be a sign of under/over watering. Check on the dampness of your soil and root health.

#### Holly replied on 2024-12-20

Thanks, I didn’t realize! I repotted it a few months ago and the roots looked healthy - so I’m thinking it’s unfortunately mites (they’re elsewhere in the apartment) but this is good to know.

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