Chrysoperla carnea

Chrysoperla carnea for pest control 

Chrysoperla carnea, commonly known as the green lacewing, is a beneficial insect used in agriculture as a natural predator of various pest insects. It belongs to the family Chrysopidae within the order Neuroptera. Green lacewings target on aphids, caterpillars, thrips, mealybugs, and other soft-bodied insects that are harmful to plants. In agriculture, Chrysoperla carnea is employed as a biological control agent to manage pest populations. The larvae of green lacewings are particularly effective predators.

The green lacewing Chrysoperla carnea is used for the control of the following pests:

The natural enemy Chrysoperla carnea is available at Koppert as Chrysopa and Chrysopa-E.

How to use Chrysoperla carnea 

The lacewing Chrysoperla carnea is available in bottles (Chrysopa and Chrysopa-E).

  • Chrysopa

    Chrysopa

    • Shake the bottle or bucket gently before use
    • Apply on infested leaves
    • For hotspot treatments, apply Chrysopa directly in the heavily affected areas
    • The product can be applied on the rock wool slabs, on leaves, via Dibox application boxes or distributed by Air(o)bug

    The dosage of Chrysopa depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first pests are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 2-20 per m2/release. Releases should be made in infested areas only and repeated at weekly intervals until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation.

  • Chrysopa-E

    Chrysopa-E