Harmful Effects of Crown whitefly

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Harmful Effects of Crown whitefly

Aleuroplatus coronata

Crown whitefly poses risks to plants by extracting vital fluids from leaves, causing yellowing, stunted growth, and possible plant death in severe infestations. It may also increase plant susceptibility to additional stressors.

What Type of Pest Is Crown whitefly?

Hurt Plant

Damage Stage

Adults, Nymphs

Host Plants Organs

Leaves

Damage Ways

Sucking Plant Fluids

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

When crown whitefly feeds on plant leaves, it damages the host by sucking out vital plant fluids. This feeding action typically leads to consequences such as yellowing of leaves, stunted growth, and potentially the death of the plant if the infestation is severe enough. The insect's activity can also make the plant more vulnerable to other stresses.

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