For this reason, a ruffled leaf variety may exhibit more widespread damage than other Violets. The damage caused by Cyclamen Mites is compounded by the fact that some mites are carriers of Botrytis . Cyclamen Mites are considered to be the most dangerous among those mites which attack African Violets. If left untreated, they will cause severe damage to your African Violets, eventually destroying it. Distinguishing Symptoms Crown has excessive plant hairs growing from the leaves .
Leaves curl up on the edge .
If your African Violet exhibits these first two symptoms, there is a strong possibility that it has Cyclamen Mites. However, do not let yourself get caught up in making a definitive identification. It will be enough to know that your Violet has mites, whether or not they are, in fact, Cyclamen Mites. The treatment for all mites is the same. Visible insects or other pests .