deformed leaves or, if the infestation occurs early enough in the season, the death of young plants. Retarded growth and defoliation reduce yield. Plant sap
instars is usually observed as a cutting of young seedlings, often causing death of the cut seedlings. Sometimes wilting is observed because of partial cutting
box tree ( Buxus spp. ) species mainly. Severe defoliation can lead to the death of the tree. As the tree is extensively traded within Europe, the box tree
of the foot rot complex, which causes rotting of the foot and may cause death of the plants. In cucumber and tomato the fungus causes lesions on pruning
plant roots, resulting in visible water stress and ultimately ending in the death of the plant. From the third stage onwards, the impact of this pest increases
for various pathogenic fungi. Because the larvae move very little, plant death is generally local. Young plants that are kept humid and well-watered are
deformed leaves or, if the infestation occurs early enough in the season, the death of young plants. Retarded growth and defoliation reduce yield, Plant sap
releases enzymes that break down the insect's internal organs, leading to its death. The fungus then uses the dead insect as a source of nutrients to grow and