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Posted 1 year 7 months ago #81087
Hi,

I just realized that there are many small white worms in the soil of my Ficus Retusa. They are very small, about 1-2mm long. Are they dangerous? If they are, what should I do to get rid of them?

I have made 2 videos about them:

youtube.com/shorts/aDg72cra0Pw

youtube.com/shorts/SqRNHbQUIpI

Many thanks,
Zoltan
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Posted 1 year 7 months ago #81090
That is not worms, that is springtails. They are detrivours and pose no threat to your tree. However they are a sign that you are overwatering, which in itself may be a threat for your tree.
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