Harmful Effects of Polydrusus picus

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Harmful Effects of Polydrusus picus

Polydrusus picus

Polydrusus picus poses risks to various host plants by chewing on leaves and flowers, leading to defoliation and compromised health. The severity ranges from visible distress to potential damage to reproductive structures.

What Type of Pest Is Polydrusus picus?

Hurt Plant

Damage Stage

Adults

Host Plants

Birch, willow, poplar, alder, and hazel

Host Plants Organs

Leaves, Flowers

Damage Ways

Chew Plant Tissues

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

Polydrusus picus causes damage by feeding on the leaves and flowers of various host plants, including birch, willow, poplar, alder, and hazel. The damage occurs as the insect chews through the plant tissues, which may lead to defoliation and compromised plant health. Affected plants show visible signs of distress, with torn foliage and potentially damaged reproductive structures.

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