Leaves curl down on the edge . Leaves have yellow spots on them . Visible insects or other pests . Spider Mites are arachnids and, as such, have eight legs. The come in various colors, including red, green, yellow, brown or black.
Plant growth is slow .
Treatment First, isolate all infested plants. This is important, since Spider Mites move quickly from plant to plant. You will need to spray three times, once every fourth day after the initial treatment. Neem is a non-toxic, biodegradable substance which has natural insecticidal properties. When sprayed on African Violets, it discourages Spider Mites by making the plant unpalatable.