Spider Mites on Fiddle Leaf Fig
How to identify and get rid of spider mites on Fiddle Leaf Fig. Size: 0.5mm.
Identifying spider mites on Fiddle Leaf Fig
Fine stippling and a dull, bronzed appearance on the large leaves, with delicate webbing visible on the undersides in heavier infestations.
Life cycle
Complete life cycle in 1–2 weeks in hot, dry conditions. Can produce 13+ generations per year.
Damage to Fiddle Leaf Fig
Feeding causes stippled, dulled patches across the leaf surface, detracting significantly from this plant's main appeal as a glossy statement piece, and can lead to leaf drop if left untreated.
How to treat spider mites on Fiddle Leaf Fig
Spray forcefully with water to dislodge mites, focusing on leaf undersides, and follow with a miticide or neem oil for persistent infestations.
Preventing spider mites on Fiddle Leaf Fig
Maintain the humidity this plant already needs (50%+), since dry air favours spider mites just as it stresses the plant itself.