The cardamom mirid and its control

Abstract

Although cardamom is not widely grown in Papua New Guinea, there is a lot of interest in this spice crop. Good yields are produced only at elevations of 600-1000 metres. In most areas of the mainland, a small sucking bug called the cardamom mi rid (Ragwelellus horvathi)
can badly damage cardamom leaves. This slows plant growth and reduces yields, especially on young plants.