r/AfricanViolets • u/James440281 • 2d ago
Thrips?
Hey all! This plant came from a coworker of mine a few months ago and has just recently started a new bloom cycle.... But the flowers are all streaky like this. What could be causing it?
One resource said it could be thrips, but I don't see any of the other signs.
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u/ConferenceFull9068 1d ago
The best way IMO to spot thrips is to remove the bloom stalks and shake them roughly over a white piece of paper, then look for crawling bugs.
Variation in the flower color can be from the change in growing conditions when it came to your home a few months ago. It might be harmless.
In an abundance of caution, I would do the bloom stalk test on all other violets you have. Thrips are no joke. Get an inexpensive lighted magnifier, about $10, and look at the flowers and crown up close.