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Dara Ammi worm pest #839936

Asked July 10, 2023, 3:21 PM EDT

Can you identify this worm that is making a home in my Dara Ammi flowers? It is causing crop destruction so I'm also seeking any treatment recommendations. I try to use beneficial insects, but am not opposed to chemical treatments (ideally OMRI approved).

Clinton County Michigan

Expert Response


https://hortnews.extension.iastate.edu/2020/09/purple-carrot-seed-moth-new-invasive-insect-iowa

Hello Kristina,

That looks like a purple carrot seed moth caterpillar, a new invasive species that was first found in Michigan a few years back.

See https://hortnews.extension.iastate.edu/2020/09/purple-carrot-seed-moth-new-invasive-insect-iowa

For homeowners, recommended products for controlling insect pests on ornamentals and vegetable garden plants ar cyfluthrin (sold as BioAdvanced Vegetable and Garden Insect Spray, Insecticide), bifenthrin (sold as Ortho Bug B Gon) and carbaryl (sold as Sevin). Neem oil an DIpel may also be effective. Be kind to our pollinators by spraying in the evening and avoid spraying blossoms. Be sure to read and follow all instructions on the label before using any pesticide.

Best regards,

Howard

Howard Russell, Entomologist Replied July 10, 2023, 9:09 PM EDT

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