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Large white

Harmful Effects of Large white

Pieris brassicae

A species of Whites, Also known as Cabbage white, Cabbage moth, Cabbage caterpillar, Large cabbage white butterfly, European cabbage white

Large white larvae pose a significant risk to cruciferous vegetable crops by causing severe defoliation, which can result in complete crop loss and impact food supplies and agricultural economies.

What Type of Pest Is Large white?

Agricultural Pests
Agricultural Pests
Damage Stage
Larvae
Host Plants
Cabbage, broccoli, brussels sprouts, kale, and other cruciferous crops
Host Plants Organs
Leaves
Damage Ways
Chew Plant Tissues
Damage Reason
Feeding
Damage Level
Mild to Severe
Larvae of large white voraciously consume the leaves of cruciferous vegetables, leading to the severe defoliation and compromising plant health. Large populations can lead to complete crop loss, affecting food supplies and agricultural economies.
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