Aphelenchida
- Pronunciation
- /ap-hel-EN-kee-dah/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Aphelenchid
- Plural
- Aphelenchids
Definition
An order of nematodes that includes both plant parasites and fungal feeders.
Etymology
From Greek 'aphele', meaning 'simple' or 'without', and 'enchyma', meaning 'infusion', referring to the simple structure of these nematodes.
Example
The Aphelenchida are important pests of various crops, including rice.
Related Terms
- Nematode
- Plant parasite
- Fungal feeder