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Cabbageworms The cabbageworm has reached all areas of the U.S. and southern Canada. It is one of the most prevalent butterflies found in the northeastern parts of the United States. It lives on and feeds on various plants of the cabbage family throughout gardens and farmlands in its range. | | | Symptoms of Cabbageworm Damage The imported cabbageworm is very harmful to plants of the cabbage family. The presence of the cabbageworm can be seen by its destructive nature as it eats holes in the plant's leaves and veins. It also digs into the heads of cabbage and other crucifers creating small gaps and missing chunks that can be readily seen. It will take larger chunks out of the plants than a cabbage looper will, making it the more destructive of the two. In addition, the fecal droppings of the cabbage worm can stain plants leaves and stems, indicating the presence of this harmful pest. Results of Cabbageworm Infestation If there is a large infestation, particularly of larvae, on the cuciferous plants, the plants may become devastated and die. Holes dug by cabbageworms into a head of cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, or other similar vegetables makes that product unfit for consumption. Safer®Brand brings you a variety of effective insect control products that are gentler on the environment! Most of them proudly display the OMRI Listed® organic seal and comply for use in organic gardening! 
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