Why does your Anthurium andraeanum Cherry Champion have fine webbing? Diagnose the cause and fix it with our step-by-step guide.
The fine webbing is a classic sign of spider mites, which thrive in the low-humidity environments often found with Anthuriums. These pests pierce plant cells to suck sap, leading to stippling and eventual leaf drop.
A specific species of mite that is highly common in indoor Anthuriums. They create silk webs to protect themselves and their eggs while feeding on the underside of the foliage.
While less common than spider mites, these microscopic mites can cause fine silken structures and distorted growth in tropical plants like Anthuriums.
Your plant might also be experiencing one of these issues: