Elm Leaf Beetles
About Elm Leaf Beetles
Small, yellow-green beetles with black stripes, elm leaf beetles (Xanthogaleruca luteola) feed on elm tree foliage, skeletonizing leaves and causing premature leaf drop. In Middle Tennessee areas like Franklin and Brentwood, heavy infestations can weaken trees and reduce their aesthetic appeal. Managing these pests early helps protect your elm’s health and appearance.
Elm Leaf Beetles is a landscape pest commonly found in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Landscape Pests identification guide.
As lawn care and treatment specialists, we encounter Elm Leaf Beetles regularly when servicing properties across the region. Proper identification is the first step toward effective pest management that protects both your turf and your landscape plantings.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- Elm Leaf Beetles
- Category
- Landscape Pest
- Region
- Middle Tennessee
