Webs on Venus Flytraps and Drosera: Spider Mite Identification and Treatment

Webbing between trap teeth and on dying leaves, especially without visible insects, strongly suggests spider mites—a common indoor pest.

Treatment Protocol

1. Spray with a permethrin-based pesticide (effective against mites).
2. Repeat in 7–10 days to kill hatchlings.
3. Follow label directions exactly.

Nepenthes Propagation Note

Rooted cuttings are clones from adult vines, yielding mature plants in ≤1 year. Seed-grown plants take 4–5 years to vine and retain lower pitchers longer. Cuttings may lack lower pitchers depending on source material.

Early mite treatment prevents spread to other plants.