Spider mites are one of the most common pests found on cannabis. They thrive in dry climates, and are also more common in greenhouses.
They are 1/50 of an inch long and can be difficult to spot using the naked eye. They produce silk webbing on infested leaves and can damage weed.
Leaf Damage
Spider mites are a common problem for cannabis growers. They are tiny to be seen with the naked eye, but they can quickly take over a garden and cause massive damage.
These little pests suck the plant’s sap and will kill your crop if left unchecked. They also leave small teeth marks on the leaves that look like dots but are hard to see.
The best way to get rid of spider mites is to use an acaricide. Some people even use natural treatments such as essential oils.
The life cycle of spider mites makes it difficult to know when they are completely gone, so you need to treat multiple times to keep your plants healthy. In addition, their nymphs can develop resistance to the treatment you used so it’s important to continue a control program long after the initial infestation is gone. It’s also a good idea to spray any clones or cuttings that you bring into your operation to make sure no pests are lurking.
Leaf Discoloration
Spider mites are one of the biggest pests in cannabis cultivation. They feed on a wide range of plants and can be a major problem if not dealt with quickly.
The first signs of a pest infestation are small, light-yellow spots on leaves that grow rapidly and become chlorotic. These symptoms indicate that the population of spider mites is already well established.
These tiny pests pierce the surface of plant leaves and then suck the liquids out of cells. Their saliva and pheromones can also kill plant roots.
Once the infestation is in full swing, spider mites will produce characteristic webbing on plant leaves and flowers that looks like dust. It may completely cover foliage and flower buds, which means that you could lose a lot of harvest.
The two-spotted spider mite (TSSM), commonly known as the red spider mite, is a worldwide pest. It can be a major pest in cannabis cultivating, mainly because it can easily reproduce in warm weather and can thrive in dusty environments.
Loss Of Chlorophyll
Chlorophyll is a natural pigment that makes plants green and plays a critical role in photosynthesis, which gives plants energy from sunlight. This is why so many people think of chlorophyll as the foundation of all life on Earth.
There are plenty of ways to get your daily dose of chlorophyll. One is to consume green foods, which include leafy vegetables and fruits.
However, chlorophyll can also be found in some supplements. Taking a supplement called chlorophyllin can help lower inflammation, promote wound healing and control odors from bacteria.
Chlorophyllin has also been shown to slow the growth of certain types of cancer. It binds to carcinogenic chemicals that contaminate our bodies, such as aflatoxins.
Pesticide Residue
Spider mites are one of the most difficult pests to control in the cannabis industry. There are many different types of mites that can attack your plants, but only one type is commonly found in cannabis: the two-spotted spider mite (Tetranychus urticae).
These pests have an incredible amount of resistance to insecticides, meaning they can become immune to anything you try to kill them with. This is a serious problem for growers because it can quickly escalate to a situation where you have a population of super mites that are resistant to most sprays.
The best way to deal with spider mites is to use physical and biological controls. But if you aren’t able to stop them with these methods, there are chemical options as well.
