Citrus
Soft scale insects small and covered with a waxy-like unseparated layer of secretion. They are usually found on many crops, but have a slight preference for citrus. Female soft scale insects search for feeding spots on plant parts, including foliage, twigs, and fruits. The eggs are laid underneath the female soft scale body. Though, females have the ability to translocate to new feeding spots. Heavy feeding causes sooty mold on excreted honeydew and can reduce photosynthesis.
Poda: Quando possível, remova as partes infetadas da planta.
Período: É mais fácil e rentável superar infestações durante os estágios iniciais. Monitorize rotineiramente o campo e procure os sinais descritos acima.
Os produtos utilizados numa ou mais partes do mundo podem conter os seguintes ingredientes:
imidaclopride, acetamipride, espirotetramato, sulfoxaflor e piriproxifena.
óleo de verão.
*Names marked in red are considered to be highly poisonous to beneficial insects.
*Names marked in green are considered to be organic and IPM (integrated pest management) compatible.