Aster leafhopper
- Pronunciation
- /AS-ter LEAF-hop-per/
- Category
- Entomology
- Singular
- Aster leafhopper
- Plural
- Aster leafhoppers
Definition
A species of leafhopper (Macrosteles quadrilineatus) that transmits aster yellows disease, a phytoplasma plant pathogen.
Etymology
Example
The aster leafhopper is a major pest of crops such as carrots, celery, and lettuce.
Related Terms
- Aster yellows
- Disease vectors
- Cicadellidae