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Japanese Beetle on okra

Popillia japonica

Defoliating beetle introduced to North America in 1916. Skeletonizes leaves of many fruit trees, berry canes, and pecan.

Pest
Japanese Beetle
Scientific name
Popillia japonica
Crop
Okra
Total hosts
18

Japanese Beetle on okra

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Signs on okra

  • Skeletonized leaves with veins remaining
  • Adult beetles in clusters on foliage
  • Reduced photosynthesis from heavy feeding

IPM controls

  • Hand-picking into soapy water
  • Milky spore for grub control in lawn
  • Avoid pheromone traps (attract more)
  • Neem oil for moderate infestations

Other crops affected by japanese beetle

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