Natural Hypoaspis Predatory Mites for Fungus Gnat & Thrips Control
Powerful beneficial soil mites providing continuous biological control of fungus gnats, thrips and soil pests without harmful chemical residues.
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Healthy plants begin with healthy soil. Unfortunately, many damaging pests spend most of their lives hidden beneath the surface where sprays simply cannot reach.
Hypoaspis (Stratiolaelaps scimitus) are naturally occurring beneficial predatory mites that patrol the soil day and night, hunting fungus gnat larvae, western flower thrips pupae, springtails and other soft-bodied soil pests before they become major infestations.
Unlike chemical insecticides that only provide temporary control and may harm beneficial organisms, Hypoaspis establish themselves within the growing media and continue working around the clock.
Whether you’re growing vegetables, herbs, ornamentals, indoor plants, berries, hydroponic crops or nursery stock, these microscopic predators become part of your biological defence system.
Simply introduce them into the soil and allow nature to do the work.
No spraying.
No residues.
No resistance.
Just healthier plants protected naturally.
✅ Controls fungus gnat larvae naturally
✅ Attacks western flower thrips pupae
✅ Reduces springtail populations
✅ Controls root-zone pest larvae
✅ Safe around beneficial insects
✅ Chemical-free biological control
✅ Suitable for organic production
✅ Establishes within potting media
✅ Works continuously day and night
✅ Compatible with Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
After application, Hypoaspis mites move rapidly through the growing media searching for prey.
They locate soil-dwelling pests using natural chemical signals and attack:
Once prey populations decline, Hypoaspis can survive by feeding on organic matter, fungi and alternative food sources, allowing them to remain active until new pests appear.
Hypoaspis (Stratiolaelaps scimitus) is a naturally occurring beneficial predatory mite used worldwide for biological pest control.
Unlike plant-feeding mites, these predators live entirely within the soil where they hunt damaging insects.
Traditional insecticides often struggle to control pests living beneath the soil surface.
Repeated spraying can also:
Hypoaspis provides a sustainable biological alternative by attacking pests where they live.
Ideal for:
Ideal for:
Best results occur when introduced early before pest numbers become severe.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Stratiolaelaps scimitus |
| Common Name | Hypoaspis Predatory Mite |
| Target Pests | Fungus gnats, thrips pupae, springtails, shore flies |
| Life Stage Supplied | Mixed colony |
| Habitat | Growing media & soil |
| Suitable Temperature | 15–30°C |
| Storage | Cool (10–15°C), do not refrigerate excessively |
| Shelf Life | Use immediately upon arrival |
| Chemical Free | Yes |
| Organic Compatible | Yes |
Living beneficial predatory mites:
Species
Contains live mixed developmental stages:
Carrier material: Vermiculite/bran (depending on production batch)
Contains no chemical insecticides.
| Feature | EcoBiom Hypoaspis | Conventional Soil Insecticides |
|---|---|---|
| Natural control | ✅ | ❌ |
| Chemical residue | None | Often present |
| Safe for beneficial insects | Yes | Often harmful |
| Risk of resistance | None | High |
| Long-term activity | Yes | Short-term |
| Suitable for IPM | Excellent | Limited |
| Organic compatible | Yes | Usually No |
| Continuous pest hunting | Yes | No |
Research and commercial greenhouse experience have consistently demonstrated that Stratiolaelaps scimitus significantly suppresses populations of:
Studies have shown improved biological pest management when Hypoaspis is introduced preventatively and integrated with other beneficial insects in IPM programs.
(Individual performance varies depending on crop, environment, moisture and pest pressure.)
❌ Fungus gnats
❌ Thrips pupae
❌ Root damage
❌ Chemical spraying
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Release Hypoaspis
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✅ Healthy roots
✅ Reduced fungus gnats
✅ Lower thrips pressure
✅ Stronger plant growth
✅ Sustainable IPM
🌱 Natural
🐞 Live Beneficial
🚫 No Chemicals
♻ Sustainable
🌏 Eco Friendly
🌼 Safe for Pollinators
| Crop | Preventative | Curative |
|---|---|---|
| Tomatoes | 50–100 mites/m² | 100–250 mites/m² |
| Cucumbers | 50–100 mites/m² | 100–250 mites/m² |
| Capsicums | 50–100 mites/m² | 100–250 mites/m² |
| Strawberries | 50–100 mites/m² | 100–250 mites/m² |
| Herbs | 50 mites/m² | 100 mites/m² |
| Ornamentals | 50–100 mites/m² | 100–250 mites/m² |
| Indoor Plants | 10–20 mites per pot | 25–50 mites per pot |
| Nursery Stock | 50–100 mites/m² | 100–250 mites/m² |
At EcoBiom, we believe successful horticulture starts with working alongside nature rather than against it.
Our carefully selected biological solutions help growers produce healthier crops while reducing reliance on conventional pesticides.
Our Mission
Transform Horticulture & Agriculture, home gardens through biological and sustainable solutions that reduce chemical dependence and improve profitability.
They are beneficial predatory mites that naturally hunt soil pests.
Mainly fungus gnat larvae, thrips pupae, springtails and other soft-bodied soil insects.
Yes. They do not bite humans or pets.
Yes. They are highly compatible with IPM programs.
Avoid broad-spectrum insecticides as these may kill the beneficial mites.
They remain active while prey or alternative food sources are available.
Yes. They are widely used in organic and sustainable production systems.
Absolutely. They are excellent for indoor plants, greenhouses and grow rooms.
As early as possible, ideally before pest populations become established.
No. They target the damaging larval stage living in the soil.
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