Persimmon Borer on American Persimmon
Clearwing moth larvae bore into persimmon trunks at the soil line.
Persimmon Borer on american persimmon
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Signs on american persimmon
- Frass at soil line on trunk
- Wilting branches in summer
- Larval tunnels visible when trunk is examined
Controls
- Trunk wraps to prevent oviposition
- Targeted sprays at flight time
- Prompt physical removal of larvae
- Healthy tree vigor reduces susceptibility