👉 Phairichneumon is a genus in the family Phairicidae, which includes small, parasitic nematodes that feed on plant tissues and cause disease. They are known for their ability to infect various types of plants, ranging from grasses to trees, causing various forms of infection such as root rot, leaf spot, and crown rot. This parasite can be found in soil, water, or other environments where it can survive and replicate.