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Technology package BIOLOGICAL CONTROL AGENTS OF CHROMOLAENA
Summary Two biological control agents for chromolaena weed have been introduced.
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Chromolaena Weed
Pareuchaetes pseudoinsulata (moth) Pareuchaetes pseudoinsulata (moth): it has been observed causing severe damage by defoliation of chromolaena and effectively controlling the weed.
Cecidochares connexa (gallfly) Cecidochares connexa (gallfly): the gallfly larvae feed on chromolaena stems, causing galls (or swellings) which stunt the plant and reduce seed production.