Common name: Thrips

Disease Name

Thrips

Visible Signs of Damage:

Silvery Streaks: Feeding produces silver or bronze patches on leaves.

Leaf Curling: Young leaves may curl, wrinkle or become distorted.

Black Spots: Tiny black faecal spots may be visible on damaged leaves.

Flower and Fruit Scarring: Feeding on flowers and young fruits causes scars, deformities and reduced market quality.

Stunted Growth: Severe infestation weakens plants and restricts their growth.

Target Crops:

Chilli, onion, garlic, cotton, tomato, brinjal, capsicum, cucurbits, groundnut, pulses, grapes, pomegranate and ornamental crops.