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Aphids on Ornamentals

Use this power point as the template for your power points. Aphids on Ornamentals. Insects & Diseases. Host Plants (plants affected by the insect or disease). Also known as plant lice. Found on a variety of tree and shrub species. Feed on both deciduous and coniferous plants.

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Aphids on Ornamentals

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  1. Use this power point as the template for your power points Aphids on Ornamentals Insects & Diseases

  2. Host Plants (plants affected by the insect or disease) • Also known as plant lice. • Found on a variety of tree and shrub species. • Feed on both deciduous and coniferous plants.

  3. Pest Description • Small, soft-bodied insects. • Color varies. • They have piercing-sucking mouthparts which allow them to suck plant juices from the host. • Pear-shaped, with long antennae and a pair of tube-like structures protruding from the rear of the insect. • Multiply very quickly.

  4. Pest Life History (bullet points or a picture)

  5. Damage to Host Plant (describe the damage caused by the insect or disease to the host plant) • Removal of plant juices. • Deformed leaves and fruit. • Galls on leaves and stems. • Secrete “honeydew” from their anus which makes the leaves sticky and encourages mold growth.

  6. Management (describe how the insect or disease can be treated or controlled) • Beneficial insects such as Ladybird beetles. • Insecticides.

  7. References (what websites or books did you reference) • Penn State Entomology Fact Sheet

  8. Images (at least 3)

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