Aphi-Mix-System: Aphidius colemani, Aphidius matricariae, Aphidius ervi and Aphelinus abdominalis
Aphidius-Mix-System: Aphidius colemani and Aphidius ervi
The female wasps search for nymphs or adults of aphids, by sensing the odor of infested plants and the aphid’s honeydew secretion. Using her ovipositor, the female will insert an egg inside the aphid host. When the egg hatches, the parisitoid begins to eat the aphid from the inside out, causing its death. A new adult wasp emerges through a round exit hole at the back of the mummy. Each female wasp can lay up to 100 eggs, most of them during the first 4 days of adulthood. The presence of a parasitic wasp can cause aphids to drop from the plant in a panic reaction.
Key Features
- Controls most common GH aphid species or morphs, making identification less important
- Effective control in sensitive crops with mixed aphid populations
- Parasitic wasps work great at low pest density and are therefore ideal for prevention
- Can be used in combination with other predators (Aphidoletes, Lacewings and Ladybugs)
Storage
- Use immediately upon receipt
- If not possible, product can be stored in a dark place at 43-46 °F (6-8 °C) and RH of 85%
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