my aloe plant. I went to cover up its roots because they were exposed and whenever I went to do the other side of it, I seen centipede-like insects and they were little, like babies. PLUS, whenever I went to take a picture of these "centipedes" ( which I will also post on here too) it looked like the dirt was crawling! Which in fact, it was lots and LOTS of really tiny pure black bugs. They were smaller than a baby flea. My plant's soil was just riddled with them! ALso, I have noticed that many of my "stems" on my aloe plant have turned brown, like the juices have been dried up in them. ( As you will see in the picture). You cannot see these black tiny bugs but you can see those other ones that I mentioned. I believe those tiny black ones are up under the soil because whenever i disturbed the soil I seen them. What are these mysterious little critters that I have described? I am kinda of weary because I dont know what exactly they are. My aloe plant is sitting right next to my bed so it kind of gives me to eebie-jeebies. Any verification of what these critters are would help or any sources would be appreciated. Peace and Happy bug-free plants! (unless they are helping them)
aphids, a buddy and me believe thats what they are, are those little black tiny bugs. Any advice on how to get rid of them?
aphids feed on the leaves and you might find a few on the soil but not in it. there are black ones though. they all have very soft bodies that are sort of tear-drop shape with the head being the small end. they have six legs and hold themselves up off whatever they're standing upon. some even have wings. those other things do look like centipedes and they're predators probably feeding on the black insects in the soil. sounds like you've got a real ecosystem going on there. if whatever you have is IN the soil i'd suggest changing the soil. this means taking the aloe plant out of what soil it's in very carefully so you do as little damage to the roots as possible. rinse off the roots and wrap them in a wet towel until time to replant. the roots must stay moist. throw out all the old soil outside. clean the pot thoroughly and you can even dip in 10% bleach then air dry to be sure it's sterilized. then repot your aloe with fresh soil. it's a lot of work but it'll get the job done.
Hey thanks Yeah my buddy told me to try soapy water but I felt in my gut that I should definitely replant her ( I call my aloe plant a she out of habit) but thanks for the info...will replant her tomorrow.
you're welcome. by the way if you get any pictures of the black bugs, i'm kind of curious to know what they are and if they're really in the soil.
