Harmful Effects of Rose chafer

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Harmful Effects of Rose chafer

Macrodactylus subspinosus

Rose chafer larvae can cause damage to agricultural crops by chewing on roots, stems, and other plant tissues, leading to yellowing, wilting, and reduced yields. Severe infestations can result in significant economic losses and impact food supply.

What Type of Pest Is Rose chafer?

Garden and Landscape Pest

Agricultural Pests

Garden and Landscape Pest

Damage Stage

Larvae

Host Plants

Rose, Lawn Grass, Crop

Host Plants Organs

Roots, Stems, Leaves

Damage Ways

Chew Plant Tissues

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

Larvae of rose chafer can cause mild to severe damage to roots and stems of roses, lawn grasses, and vegetable crops, leading to yellowing and wilting of plants. At high populations, the landscape can be significantly disfigured, and reduction in crop yield and quality may occur, affecting human enjoyment and economic returns.

Agricultural Pests

Damage Stage

Larvae

Host Plants

Roses, grapes, peonies, and other flowering plants

Host Plants Organs

Roots, Stems, Leaves, Flowers, Fruits

Damage Ways

Chew Plant Tissues

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

The larvae of rose chafer pose a significant threat to various crops by chewing plant tissues. They can damage roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and fruits, leading to reduced yields and potentially severe agricultural losses. While the impact is mild with fewer pests, a heavy infestation can devastate crops, hampering food supply and causing economic impact.

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