Visible Insects or Other Pests Described
They are flying insects which measure about 1/16 inch in length. They are dark in color, usually brown, dark gray or black in color. Those found around African Violets will typically be swarming around the plant in a dark cloud. They may also be found feeding on the leaf and flower debris which gather on the surface of the soil. If the pests which you see fit this description, your African Violet probably has one of the following:
Check these possible causes against the symptoms you are seeing. Each is accompanied by a full description which will help you determine whether or not it is the cause of the problems your African Violet is experiencing.
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