Can I just wash the bugs off?

Washing helps, but you must follow up with a treatment like neem oil to kill the eggs. Otherwise, they will just hatch and return.

Will these bugs spread to my other plants?

Yes, spider mites travel easily between plants. Isolate your Arrowhead Vine immediately until the infestation is fully cleared.

Arrowhead Vine: pests, causes and fixes

Check these first

Inspect the undersides of leaves for tiny moving dots.
Look for fine webbing near the leaf joints.
Check if the air around the plant feels very dry.

Likely causes

Spider Mites
Most likely
How to tell: You will see fine webbing between stems and tiny yellow stippling dots on the leaf surface. The leaves may also look dusty or dull.
What to do: Wipe the leaves down with a damp cloth to remove the mites. Spray the plant thoroughly with neem oil or insecticidal soap every 5 to 7 days until the infestation is gone.
Low Humidity
Possible
How to tell: The plant looks stressed and the air around it feels very dry. Mites prefer these conditions.
What to do: Increase humidity by grouping plants together or using a humidifier. Mist the leaves occasionally to keep the environment less hospitable for pests.

Pests on other plants

Find out what's wrong with your arrowhead vine

The list above covers the usual causes. Pocket Botanist looks at a photo of your actual plant and tells you the likely cause, how serious it is, and what to try first. Identification and a health check are free.

When to worry

If you see heavy webbing covering the entire plant, it is a severe infestation that needs immediate treatment. A few mites are manageable, but do not wait to act.

Stopping it coming back

Keep your plant healthy with consistent watering and wipe the leaves down monthly to keep them clean and dust free.

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Questions people ask

Can I just wash the bugs off?: Washing helps, but you must follow up with a treatment like neem oil to kill the eggs. Otherwise, they will just hatch and return.
Will these bugs spread to my other plants?: Yes, spider mites travel easily between plants. Isolate your Arrowhead Vine immediately until the infestation is fully cleared.

Guides to these causes

Spider Mites

Why are there tiny bugs on my Arrowhead Vine?