FALL WEBWORM


Fall Webworm

Plant Damage / Signs:
  • Feeding occurs within webs
  • Feeding totally removes most leaves
  • Partially fed upon leaves turn brown


  • Insect / Signs:
  • Silken webs cover insect activity
  • Webs near branch tips
  • Larvae covered with fine hair, remain in webs


  • Related Problems:
  • Mimosa Webworm - Mimosa and Honeylocust
  • Plants:
     Many plants but common on:
  • Cottonwood
  • Elm
  • Fruit Trees
  • Hickory
  • Maple
  • Mulberry
  • Pecan
  • Sweetgum
  • Walnut
  • Willow


  • Timing:
  • Summer to Fall


  • Generations / Year
  • 1 to 4