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