Hopperburn
- Pronunciation
- /HO-per-burn/
- Category
- Disease
Definition
A disease of plants caused by infestations of leafhoppers (family Cicadellidae), resulting in yellowing, curling, and stunting of plant foliage.
Etymology
From 'hopper', referring to the insect leafhopper, and 'burn', implying the damage caused to plants.
Example
Hopperburn can cause significant crop losses in agricultural production due to the physical and physiological damage caused by leafhopper feeding.
Related Terms
- Leafhopper
- Plant diseases
Usage Notes
Hopperburn is often identified by the distinctive damage symptoms on plant leaves, which may include yellowing, curling, and stunting.