phytophagic
/ˌfaɪtəˈfædʒɪk/
adjective
- Feeding on plants; plant-eating.
- Many insects are phytophagic and can damage crops.
- The phytophagic behavior of caterpillars helps them grow quickly.
- Gardeners often struggle with phytophagic pests like aphids.
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