We have a jackfruit tree that's more than 12 years.
After the latest round of pruning, we noticed one huge segment of the tree has started to wilt. There is also a rotting smell at its roots.
As parts of the trunk sounded hollow, we opened the outer bark and to our disgust there were many white worms along with black pupae. The extent of work infestation stretched all the way down to the roots. However, only about 40% of the trunk is currently infested.
The full extent of the damage to the bark is shown below.
What do you think could be a cause for this sad situation? Can this tree still be salvaged? Any response will be very much appreciated!
After the latest round of pruning, we noticed one huge segment of the tree has started to wilt. There is also a rotting smell at its roots.
As parts of the trunk sounded hollow, we opened the outer bark and to our disgust there were many white worms along with black pupae. The extent of work infestation stretched all the way down to the roots. However, only about 40% of the trunk is currently infested.
The full extent of the damage to the bark is shown below.
What do you think could be a cause for this sad situation? Can this tree still be salvaged? Any response will be very much appreciated!