Pest identification
What's eating my corkscrew plant?
Fungus gnats
Signs: Larvae in the wet medium attack the fine root system; stunted growth and yellowing
Control: Use only distilled or rainwater; apply Bti drench; place yellow sticky traps near the pot
Aphids
Signs: Occasional attack on the small flower stalks; distorted blooms
Control: Remove with a fine water mist or damp swab; insecticidal soap applied sparingly to the scape only
Keep corkscrew plant pest-free
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Corkscrew Plant pests — FAQ
What is eating my corkscrew plant?
Corkscrew Plant (Genlisea violacea) is a tiny aquatic-terrestrial carnivorous houseplant that lives in a very wet, nutrient-poor medium. It has minimal pest pressure compared to typical houseplants. Fungus gnats are the primary nuisance, with larvae in the permanently saturated peat. Keep water pure (distilled or rainwater) and light high to maintain plant health.
How do I get rid of fungus gnats on corkscrew plant?
Larvae in the wet medium attack the fine root system; stunted growth and yellowing Use only distilled or rainwater; apply Bti drench; place yellow sticky traps near the pot
How do I get rid of aphids on corkscrew plant?
Occasional attack on the small flower stalks; distorted blooms Remove with a fine water mist or damp swab; insecticidal soap applied sparingly to the scape only