Harmful Effects of Least yellow underwing

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Harmful Effects of Least yellow underwing

Noctua interjecta

Least yellow underwing poses risks to plant health by consuming leaf and stem tissues, creating holes and shredded foliage. This damage compromises photosynthesis and plant vitality, potentially weakening plant structure.

What Type of Pest Is Least yellow underwing?

Hurt Plant

Damage Stage

Larvae

Host Plants

Dock (rumex species), plantain (plantago species), and grasses (poaceae family)

Host Plants Organs

Leaves, Stems

Damage Ways

Chew Plant Tissues

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

The least yellow underwing causes harm by chewing plant tissues, predominantly impacting leaves and stems. This feeding results in irregular holes and shredded foliage which can lead to reduced photosynthetic capability in dock, plantain, and grasses. Over time, this damage interferes with the plant's ability to thrive, weakening its overall structure and vitality.

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