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Hypoaspis as a natural enemy against soil insects 

The predatory soil mite Hypoaspis, also known as Stratiolaelaps scimitus, is the natural enemy of various soil insects, such as thrips pupae and the larvae of the fungus gnat and shore fly. Because the predatory mite has many preys on its menu, it survives almost any cultivation.
Hypoaspis
Kevin van Kester
Specialist Quality Controller | January 19, 2023 | 4 min. reading time

What is the Hypoaspis?

Hypoaspis is a predatory soil mite with the Latin name Stratiolaelaps scimitus. You can recognize the predatory soil mite by its brown color. The body is robust and has eight legs. It mainly lives in the top soil layer. There it goes in search of its prey. If no prey is present, it feeds itself on plant remains and algae. This allows it to survive without prey for up to seven weeks.

Which pests can you control with the Hypoaspis?

You can use the predatory mite Hypoaspis against the following pests:
• Thrips pupae
• Fungus gnat larvae
• Shore fly larvae
Because the Hypoaspis lives in the soil, it is very effective against the early stages of, among others, the fungus gnat and shore fly. He also loves thrips pupae. The predatory soil mite eats up to five prey every day.

The best conditions for the Hypoaspis

The hypoaspis likes a moist humus-rich soil, which always contains enough food and ensures a good population structure.

Storage of Hypoaspis

When storing Hypoaspis it is important to keep the product cool until use. The best storage temperature is 15-18 °C at 70-80% RH. Before use, let the product slowly reach (greenhouse) temperature. If you don't do this, the predatory soil mite can get a temperature shock. Direct sunlight should be avoided. Naturally it is preferable to spread the product as quickly as possible upon arrival to prevent loss of quality.

How do you use Hypoaspis?

Before using, gently turn the bags a few times to distribute the predatory mites evenly over the bag. Take a measuring cup and spread the predatory mites in piles on the ground or on the pots. Ask the product specialist for the correct dosage.
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What should you pay attention to when using?

Because it is a predatory soil mite, the material should not be sprinkled on plant parts.
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Hypoaspis as a natural enemy against soil insects 

The predatory soil mite Hypoaspis, also known as Stratiolaelaps scimitus, is the natural enemy of various soil insects, such as thrips pupae and the larvae of the fungus gnat and shore fly. Because the predatory mite has many preys on its menu, it survives almost any cultivation.
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What is the Hypoaspis?

Hypoaspis is a predatory soil mite with the Latin name Stratiolaelaps scimitus. You can recognize the predatory soil mite by its brown color. The body is robust and has eight legs. It mainly lives in the top soil layer. There it goes in search of its prey. If no prey is present, it feeds itself on plant remains and algae. This allows it to survive without prey for up to seven weeks.

Which pests can you control with the Hypoaspis?

You can use the predatory mite Hypoaspis against the following pests:
• Thrips pupae
• Fungus gnat larvae
• Shore fly larvae
Because the Hypoaspis lives in the soil, it is very effective against the early stages of, among others, the fungus gnat and shore fly. He also loves thrips pupae. The predatory soil mite eats up to five prey every day.

The best conditions for the Hypoaspis

The hypoaspis likes a moist humus-rich soil, which always contains enough food and ensures a good population structure.

Storage of Hypoaspis

When storing Hypoaspis it is important to keep the product cool until use. The best storage temperature is 15-18 °C at 70-80% RH. Before use, let the product slowly reach (greenhouse) temperature. If you don't do this, the predatory soil mite can get a temperature shock. Direct sunlight should be avoided. Naturally it is preferable to spread the product as quickly as possible upon arrival to prevent loss of quality.

How do you use Hypoaspis?

Before using, gently turn the bags a few times to distribute the predatory mites evenly over the bag. Take a measuring cup and spread the predatory mites in piles on the ground or on the pots. Ask the product specialist for the correct dosage.
Watch the video above to see the soil predatory mite in action.  

What should you pay attention to when using?

Because it is a predatory soil mite, the material should not be sprinkled on plant parts.
Related products
Contact form
Can't find your answer? Fill out the contact form and our specialist Kevin van Kester will get back to you. On weekdays, even within 24 hours.
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