Zantedeschia Captain Marrero Fine Webbing
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Zantedeschia Captain Marrero – Fine Webbing

Why does your Zantedeschia Captain Marrero have fine webbing? Diagnose the cause and fix it with our step-by-step guide.

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Spider Mite Infestation

Two-spotted spider mites thrive in the warm, dry conditions often experienced by Calla Lilies. They feed on the undersides of the leaves, creating characteristic fine silk webbing as they build colonies.

Very Common
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How to confirm: Hold a white piece of paper under a leaf and tap it to see if tiny crawling specks fall onto the paper.
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1 Immediately spray the plant, focusing on the undersides of the leaves, with an organic miticide to kill existing mites and larvae.
2 Increase humidity around the plant and avoid dry, warm air to make the environment less hospitable for spider mite reproduction.
3 Use yellow sticky traps to capture adult mites and monitor for any new infestations.
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Cheesemite or Other Eriophyid Mites

These microscopic mites can cause fine, almost invisible webbing and leaf distortion on Zantedeschia species. They are particularly active when the plant's humidity levels drop too low.

Common
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How to confirm: Examine the leaf margins for tiny, distorted bumps or silvery patches alongside the webbing.
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1 Apply an organic miticide to eliminate the mite population and destroy any remaining eggs or larvae.
2 Increase ambient humidity around the plant to make the environment less hospitable for mite activity.
3 Regularly monitor soil moisture levels to ensure the plant remains hydrated, as dry conditions trigger mite outbreaks.
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High Humidity/Fungal Surface Growth

While less common as 'webbing,' certain fungal hyphae can appear as a fine, thread-like web over the leaf surface in excessively damp environments. This is often accompanied by soft, dark spots on the spathe or foliage.

Common
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How to confirm: Check if the 'webbing' feels more like a fuzzy mold and if there is a musty smell near the soil.
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1 Apply an organic fungicide to eliminate the fungal hyphae and protect the plant from further spread.
2 Improve air circulation around the foliage and reduce humidity to prevent the damp conditions that encourage fungal growth.
3 Prune and discard any soft, dark spots or heavily affected leaves to prevent the fungus from spreading to healthy tissue.

Other Zantedeschia Captain Marrero problems

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