Seamless South American Palm Weevil Treatment And Care

A few years ago, hordes of highly damaging invasive pests called the South American Palm Weevils (SAPW) made their way to the palm species in the USA. However, palm trees are also susceptible to Ganoderma Butt Rot, Leaf Spot Diseases, Fusarium Wilt, Bud Rot, etc.

The growth of the weevil is multiplying enormously, and their infestation has spread rapidly all over the USA. Now, they are affecting 35 different types of host plants.

The weevils in their larvae stage can stay in host plants for 5 months, causing severe damage to the health and vitality of palm trees. Also, the single palm tree can host up to 1000 weevils. Thus, professional South American Palm Weevil treatment becomes crucial.

The life cycle of palm weevils begins when mature female weevils lay eggs on or near palm trees. In a few days, the larva hatches from the eggs and bore into the live tissues of trees. You will notice their crippling growth and eventually damaging the palm trees. The anaerobic soil conditions caused by SAPW would lead to root rot disease in infected palm trees.

The adult weevils are about 1.5 inches long. These jet black pests have a long snout and are strong fliers. They have hard bodies and small heads. At the larva stage, weevils are whitish in color. Female weevils are capable of covering 60-80 miles in a single day. Thus, the growth of SAPW infestation and widespread destruction is obvious.

It’s crucial to manage and control the spread of the Palm Weevil Infestation. Early identification of symptoms is advantageous. Tree Doctor USA experts have developed an innovative treatment to eliminate weevils in the larvae stage. Applying systemic insecticides and injections to the crown, trunk, or soil can retain the health and vigor of your infected palm trees.