The Hawaii palm is a fairly hardy succulent that is not often attacked by pests. In an unfavorable location and when the humidity is too low, spider mites occasionally appear. You should fight these immediately to prevent the houseplant from dying.

Spider mites are almost impossible to see with the naked eye

Recognize spider mites on the Hawaiian palm

If the Hawaiian palm sheds its leaves in summer, this is a normal process that does not indicate an infestation by spider mites. However, if the Hawaii palm turns yellow leaves or loses leaves in winter, you should be alert.

If you discover very fine white webs, especially on the undersides of the leaves, you must assume spider mites. You cannot see them with the naked eye.

What can you do if you have a spider mite infestation?

  • rinse the plant
  • Don't forget the underside of the leaves
  • cover substrate
  • Then let the Hawaii palm dry well

If you suspect that spider mites have attacked the Hawaiian palm, rinse the plant under running water. Don't forget the underside of the leaves. Then let the Hawaiian palm dry well.

In the case of a heavy infestation, you can use commercially available sprays. Combating spider mites with products based on neem has proven to be an ecologically sensible measure.

prevent pest infestation

The fact that spider mites appear mainly in winter is due to the often very dry air from heating. Sometimes it is just too warm where the Hawaiian palm is located.

Ideally place the plant at a maximum of 15 to 20 degrees. Under no circumstances should there be a radiator nearby. Increase the humidity by placing bowls of water near the Hawaiian palm.

To prevent spider mites, you should take care of a Hawaiian palm outdoors in summer if possible. A bright but not directly sunny location on the balcony or terrace is favourable. The fact that the Hawaiian palm can still lose all its leaves is not a concern. Make sure that rainwater can drain off well so that the trunk does not become soft.

tips

Propagating a Hawaii palm is not easy. It is difficult to get seeds. If you keep two specimens, you can try harvesting seeds yourself.

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