Rose Scales: Effective Prevention And Management Strategies
Rose Scale is a small insect which feeds on the sap of the rose plants. They are one of the most common and destructive pests of roses causing significant damage to plants. Rose scale thrives in warm and dry conditions. High temperature and low humidity provide ideal conditions for their development and reproduction. This article will provide an overview of rose scales, including its symptoms and management measures.
The rose scale is a sap-sucking insect that feeds on the phloem sap of the rose plant. The pest is known to infest the leaves, stems and buds of the rose plant and can cause significant damage to the plant if left uncontrolled.
Scientific Name: Aulacaspis rosae
The rose scale is widespread throughout India and is known to be a major pest of roses in several states, including Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal.
The symptoms of rose scale infestation can be easily identified by,
Rose scales can be controlled using commercial insecticides. Some of the most commonly used insecticides for controlling rose scales includes,
Product Name | Technical Content | Dosage |
Tafgor Insecticide | Dimethoate 30% EC | 1.5-2.5 ml/lit of water |
Keefun Insecticide | Tolfenpyrad 15% EC | 1.5-2 ml/lit of water |
Acepro Insecticide | Acetamiprid 20% SP | 0.5 gm/lit of water |
Confidor Insecticide | Imidacloprid 17.8% SL | 0.75-1ml/lit of water |
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