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Sea Grape Caterpillar Infestation in Honduras

Controlling Leaf-Eating Worms on Beach Sea Grapes

Honduras beach: Large sea grapes losing leaves; small hedge plants keeling over. Hungry worms.

Advice

Nick never seen this in FL sea grapes. Recommends spraying Sevin (effective on caterpillars). Acknowledges product availability may differ in Honduras.

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