Pests
Thrips
Identify Thrips: symptoms, possible causes, prevention, and practical actions for 3 affected plants. Silvery-grey speckles on leaves
Thrips is relevant across 3 plant profiles on Wild-Wuchs. In the data it is most often linked with Shallot, Allium ramosum, Winter Heath Onion. Typical signs include: Silvery-grey speckles on leaves For gardeners, early diagnosis, suitable growing conditions, and gentle action matter most: Good garden hygiene
Plants
3
Category
Vegetables
Risk
medium
Synonyms
Thrips (Onion thrips), Thripse, thripse
Scientific name
Thrips tabaci
Overview
Symptoms
- Silvery-grey speckles on leaves
- Distorted leaves and flowers
Damage
Small, slender insects that suck plant sap, leaving silvery speckles on the leaves.
Prevention
Moist soil conditions
Organic control
- Good garden hygiene
- Yellow sticky traps for monitoring and control
- Predatory mites (Amblyseius cucumeris)
Affected plants
Similar topics
FAQ
How do I recognize Thrips?
Silvery-grey speckles on leaves
What causes Thrips?
Causes often relate to site conditions, weather, care, plant density, or pest pressure.
How can I prevent Thrips?
Moist soil conditions
What helps against Thrips?
Good garden hygiene
Which plants are affected?
Shallot, Allium ramosum, Winter Heath Onion
When does Thrips usually appear?
Timing depends on plant, weather, and growing conditions; check regularly during stress periods.