Damage characteristics and management of Oulema pectoralis (Family: Chrysomelidae) in an orchid setting

Authors

  • Kumara Thevan Krishnan Department of Agricultural Science, Faculty of Agro-Based Industry, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, 17600 Jeli, Kelantan, Malaysia
  • Fatimah Kayat Department of Agricultural Science, Faculty of Agro-Based Industry, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, 17600 Jeli, Kelantan, Malaysia
  • Akmal Adilah Idris Department of Agricultural Science, Faculty of Agro-Based Industry, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, 17600 Jeli, Kelantan, Malaysia

Keywords:

Orchids, Oulema Pectoralis, Ornamentals, Flowers, Control

Abstract

Orchids are high-value flowers cultivated for their ornamental value. Pest infestation is one of the significant factors limiting the quality production of these flowers. A cross-sectional study was carried out when pest infestation was observed on an orchid farm. Damage characteristics were observed, and eggs, larvae, cocoons, and adults were sampled. The pest was identified as Oulema pectoralis. At the same time, chemical and physical measures were adopted to control the population to avoid further damage to the nearby flowering orchids.

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2022-09-13

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Kumara Thevan Krishnan, Fatimah Kayat, & Akmal Adilah Idris. (2022). Damage characteristics and management of Oulema pectoralis (Family: Chrysomelidae) in an orchid setting. Agriculture Reports, 1(2), 25–28. Retrieved from https://mail.multiscipub.com/index.php/AgricultureReports/article/view/30

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Vol. 1 No. 2 (2022): Agriculture Reports

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