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The false spider mite is similar in color to the common greenhouse mite , namely, yellow to orange-red. The difference is that the false spider mite has a dark spotted pattern on its body, while a common spider mite only has two spots on its body. Both types of mites are 0.3 mm in size, making it difficult to see them with the naked eye.

The eggs of the false spider mite are bright red in color. Eggs are often laid around the veins of a leaf or at the bottom of the leaf where they are attached to the stem. Then the larvae emerge. These are orange-red in color and are 0.14 mm long. Adult mites have 8 legs and move slowly.

This pest is a polyphage, which means that it appears and feeds on several valuable plants. The false spider mite is found especially in Phaleanopsis, geranium and hybiscus plants. Unlike the greenhouse mite, the false spider mite does not make webs in the crop.

False spider mites are mainly found on the underside of leaves. They cause a brown discoloration of the leaf, resulting in premature aging of the plant. This is partly because the mites secrete a toxin onto the plant. In addition, the Brevipalpus species often transfer plant viruses. natural enemies , including predator mites. When using predator mites for treatment, we recommend Swirskii and Montdorensis. Our specialists are happy to advise on different options.

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