Insecticide For Elephant Ears

Most elephant ears and monstera varieties are relatively easy to grow. However, those pesky scales can still be a problem in some areas. A common solution is spraying insecticide on them. Here’s how I treat the elephant ears and monstera varieties in my collection.

Insecticide For Elephant Ears

Elephant ears, the common name for three distinct species of plants, are grown for their attractive foliage. However, they have the potential to be invasive in warm climates and wet locations. A nonselective, systemic herbicide repeatedly applied to the leaves and stems is the best option for killing these plants when they become a nuisance.

 

Types of Elephant Ears

  1. The three plants commonly known as elephant ear include the true elephant ears (Xanthosoma sagittifolium), which have leaves up to 6 feet in length and can reach 9 feet in overall height; Taro (Colocasia esculenta), which has leaves 2 to 3 feet long and reaches 3 to 4 feet high; and Elephant’s ear (Alocasia spp.), which is available in large- or small-leaf varieties that grow to different sizes.These plants are hardy in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 8 through 11. In the warmest zones, elephant ears will remain green year-round.

Invasive Potential

  1. Elephant ears and taro can be invasive in warm climates, especially if planted near water. They have become a problem in Florida, Louisiana and Texas, where steps are being taken to remove elephant ears and replace them with native species. If elephant ears invade natural water ways, the thick roots systems can clog shallow water. This prevents water flow and kills fish that live nearby. The large leaves also can kill native species by blocking too much of the available sunlight.

Effective Herbicides

  1. Taro and elephant ears in the Xanthosoma species are hard to eradicate with herbicides. Repeated applications of a 2% solution of glyphosate on the surfaces of the leaves may be effective. Painting an herbicide on the stem also may prove effective against all three species of elephant ears. Glyphosate is a systemic nonselective herbicide that is applied typically to plant leaves. It is available in a wide variety of products, each with different application instructions. For best results, always read and follow label directions.

Other Controls

  1. In addition to herbicide application, elephant ears also can be controlled by digging the plants. Any new shoots that grow from roots can be killed by glyphosate applied to the young leaves. Care should be take when removing elephant ears by hand, as all species are poisonous and can irritate skin. Wear gloves, long sleeves, long pants, and close-toed shoes when working with these plants. Alocasia species are highly toxic and should never be ingested or come into contact with eyes.

Insecticide For Elephant Ears

 

Elephant ears are a favorite garden plant among many homeowners, but they do have a reputation for being difficult to care for. If you’re struggling to keep your elephant ears looking their best, we’ve got some tips that can help.

The first step is to choose the right insecticide for elephant ears. Many insecticides contain chemicals that may be harmful to humans or animals, so it’s important to keep those away from children and pets.

There are several different types of insecticides available, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. Some work better on certain types of pests than others do, so it’s important to choose an insecticide that will work well against the particular pest infesting your elephant ear plants.

Some other tips include:

* Use an organic insecticide if possible (though not all organic insecticides are safe for humans or animals)

* Try watering your plants regularly if they aren’t getting enough water already (this will help prevent infestations by keeping the soil moist enough for the insects’ eggs)

List Of Insecticide For Elephant Ears

FMC Talstar Pro 3/4 Gal-Multi Use Insecticide
Price : $58.81
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    Sawyer Products SP657 Premium Permethrin Insect Repellent for Clothing, Gear & Tents, Trigger Spray, 24-Ounce
    Price : $16.95
    Features :

    • Add a layer of protection to your clothing and gear with Permethrin insect and tick repellent spray — perfect for use on shirts, jackets, pants, socks, shoes, boots, sleeping bags, tents, netting, when outdoors, camping, hunting, or on travel
    • Ideal for backpacking, backyard BBQs, and other outdoor activities, it’s effective against more than 55 kinds of insects — from disease-spreading ticks (Lyme disease) and mosquitoes (West Nile and Zika viruses) to chiggers, spiders, mites, and more
    • Permethrin spray bonds to fabric fibers for up to 6 weeks or through 6 washings (whichever comes first) and won’t stain or damage clothing, fabrics, plastics, finished surfaces, or outdoor gear; odorless after drying
    • Reduce likelihood of a tick bite by 73.6 times by treating shoes and socks with Permethrin (University of Rhode Island study – 2017)
    • 24-ounce trigger spray bottle treats five complete outfits (updated EPA dosage is 4.5 ounces per outfit consisting of shirt, pants, and socks); maximize protection by pairing with Sawyer Picaridin topical repellent for the skin

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    Color Yellow
    Item Dimensions
    Height 11.023622036 Inches
    Width 3.799999996124 Inches
    Length 10.299999989494 Inches
    Weight 1.1 Pounds
    Release Date 2011-10-28T00:00:01Z
    Cutter 61067 HG-61067 32Oz Rts Bug Free Spray, 1 pack, Silver Bottle
    Price : $8.97 ($0.28 / Ounce)
    Features :

    • KILLS FAST: Kills mosquitoes, listed ant types, fleas and other listed insects
    • QUICKFLIP HOSE-END SPRAYER: Hose-end-sprayer activates spray at the flip of a switch – just grip, flip and go
    • LASTS ALL SUMMER: Controls up to 12 weeks against house crickets, carpenter ants, harvester ants, lady beetles and earwigs
    • COVERAGE: Treats up to 5,000 square feet of lawn
    • NO MIXING REQUIRED: Attach the sprayer to a garden hose to treat your lawn, landscape and outdoor surfaces where insects hide

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    Color Silver Bottle
    Item Dimensions
    Height 11.5 Inches
    Width 2 Inches
    Length 5.25 Inches
    Weight 1.08 Pounds
    Ortho Home Defense Insect Killer for Indoor & Perimeter2: With Comfort Wand, Kills Ants, Cockroaches, Spiders, Fleas & Ticks, Odor Free, 1.1 gal.
    Price : $14.49 ($0.10 / Fl Oz)
    Features :

    • Ortho Home Defense Insect Killer for Indoor & Perimeter2 with Comfort Wand kills ants, cockroaches, spiders, fleas, ticks and other listed bugs; the formula is odor free, won’t stain, and keeps listed bugs out
    • KILLS BUGS INSIDE: Kills those annoying home-invading insects, including ants, cockroaches, spiders, fleas, ticks, scorpions, beetles, silverfish, centipedes and millipedes
    • KEEPS BUGS OUTSIDE: Creates a bug barrier that will kill bugs you have and prevents new bugs for up to 12 months (applies to ants, roaches and spiders indoors on non-porous surfaces)
    • NO STAINING OR STINK: This spray can be used indoors and out, leaves no residue, and has no odor; people and pets may re-enter treated areas after spray has dried
    • WAND MAKES APPLICATION EASY: The Comfort Wand eliminates hand fatigue, and there’s no pumping required, making it easy to spray along your home’s perimeter–indoors and outside

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    Color White
    Item Dimensions
    Height 4.88 Inches
    Width 12 Inches
    Length 8.95 Inches
    Weight 0.73 Pounds
    The Mosquito Book: An Entertaining, Fact-filled Look at the Dreaded Pesky Bloodsuckers
    Price : $9.95
    Features :

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      Item Dimensions
      Height 7 Inches
      Width 0.4 Inches
      Length 5.1 Inches
      Weight 0.49824471212 Pounds

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