The predatory mite Amblyseius cucumeris

 

 

Just Thrip Killer contains the predatory mite; Amblyseius cucumeris. This tiny mite feeds on the thrip larvae or young. It is supplied as a live product in a slow release bag. The slow release bags produce a high number of mites over 6-8 weeks and can be hung on plants. This is recommended for preventative or low infestation treatments. Requires a minimum temperature of 15C.

 

 

Just Thrip Killer 8 Slow Release Bags £16.00 - Amblyseius Cucumeris (8 bags will treat 50 sq. metres)

 

Adult thrips are tiny narrow bodied insects that vary in colour from yellow to brown / black. They feed by sucking plant sap. Thrips damage plants leaves, flowers and fruit by piercing and sucking out sap. After feeding the plant develops silvery-white mottled residue on the leaves. Thrip damage is more likely to be seen, and cause more damage on, plants grown in greenhouses or conservatories and can be responsible for the spread of viruses. There are many different species including the insect commonly known in the U.K as the 'Thunderbug', the more damaging species for plants are the Western Flower thrip and the Onion thrip. Thrips can be controlled using Yellow or Blue Sticky Traps and two beneficial insects; Amblyseius cucumeris and Orius laevigatus.