phytophaga

/ˌfaɪ.təʊˈfæɡə/

Definitions

1. noun

an organism that feeds on plants, especially a type of insect or nematode.

“The phytophaga in the garden were responsible for significant damage to the crops.”

Synonyms

  • phytophagous insect
  • plant feeder

Antonyms

  • herbivore