Harmful Effects of Orange crest

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Orange crest

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Harmful Effects of Orange crest

Helcystogramma rufescens

A species of Helcystogramma

Orange crest poses risks to host plants by consuming leaf tissues, impairing photosynthesis, and reducing plant vigor and productivity.

What Type of Pest Is Orange crest?

Hurt Plant

Hurt Plant

Damage Stage

Larvae

Host Plants Organs

Leaves

Damage Ways

Chew Plant Tissues

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

The insect orange crest causes damage to host plants primarily by feeding on their leaves. As a result of this feeding, orange crest chews through plant tissues, which can lead to noticeable changes in the plant's health and appearance. The inflicted damage can affect photosynthesis and potentially reduce the plant's overall vigor and productivity.

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