Harmful Effects of Wax-tailed planthopper

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Wax-tailed planthopper

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Harmful Effects of Wax-tailed planthopper

Pterodictya reticularis

A species of Pterodictya

Wax-tailed planthopper poses risks to plants by sap-feeding, leading to wilting, yellowing, and possible plant death in severe infestations. Transmission occurs as wax-tailed planthopper feeds on plant leaves and stems.

What Type of Pest Is Wax-tailed planthopper?

Hurt Plant

Hurt Plant

Damage Stage

Adults, Nymphs

Host Plants Organs

Leaves, Stems

Damage Ways

Sucking Plant Fluids

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

Wax-tailed planthopper is indiscriminate towards host plants, affecting both adult and nymph stages. It predominantly causes harm by sucking the sap from leaves and stems. This feeding action can lead to a range of damage from mild to severe, often causing wilting, yellowing, and potentially death if the infestation is high.

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