Harmful Effects of Flat-headed hardwood borer

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Harmful Effects of Flat-headed hardwood borer

Dicerca divaricata

A species of Dicerca, Also known as Flatheaded Hardwood Borer

Flat-headed hardwood borer larvae and adults damage host plants by chewing stems, leaves, and roots, leading to distress, stunted growth, and potentially plant death.

What Type of Pest Is Flat-headed hardwood borer?

Hurt Plant

Damage Stage

Adults, Larvae

Host Plants Organs

Stems, Leaves, Roots

Damage Ways

Chew Plant Tissues, Boring Plant Tissues

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

The larval and adult stages of flat-headed hardwood borer attack host plants, causing mild to severe damage. They chew through stems, leaves, and roots, with larvae boring into tissues. Affected plants show signs of distress, reduced growth, and in severe cases, mortality.

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