Question
the plant
Hello, I think there is something wrong with my venus flytrap. I've noticed lately several deformed traps and some new sprouting traps turning black. I am worried that I might have an aphid or mealybug problem, because I noticed a lot of white specks on the plant. I have attached a picture of the plant. Thanks!
AnswerHi Ted,
You could have aphids, mealy bugs, or white fly. It also looks like a trap may have been chewed on by a caterpillar. Here's a link to our insecticide podcast on safe insecticides for carnivorous plants: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbRCdJ8ZNF0
Good Growing!
Jeff Dallas
Sarracenia Northwest
http://www.cobraplant.com
