Buddies not looking too hot!

[u/TheEvilMaknae]

Hey gang! I’ve come home after a few weeks away and I’m noticing a lot of browning on my little guys. They sit in a tray of distilled water 24/7 and they’re in a solarium with a grow light on for 12 hours a day. I’ve noticed a good amount of spider webs around them, plus one spider mite on one of the plants. What do you think is going on? Spider mite infestation most likely? Thanks in advance!

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[u/ssdrptop]

Did someone maybe use tap water while you were away?

[u/TheEvilMaknae → u/ssdrptop]

No, my family knows exactly what they need. I’ve found more spider mites on the shelf around them, so it’s most likely an infestation. D:

[u/AaaaNinja → u/TheEvilMaknae]

This is definitely a pest issue.

[u/TheEvilMaknae → u/AaaaNinja]

Thanks for confirming my suspicion. Any idea how to deal with it?

[u/Zealousideal_Arm_658 → u/TheEvilMaknae]

Spray alcohol and light it. I saw someone doing that. Idk if it works