Tobacco thrips

Definition

Tiny, slender insects that feed on tobacco plants and other crops, causing significant damage to leaves, buds, and flowers.

Etymology

Named after their association with tobacco plants and the general term 'thrips', which refers to a group of small, slender insects.

Example

Tobacco thrips are notorious for causing 'silverleaf' symptoms on tobacco plants.

Related Terms

• Thrips
• Tobacco pests
• Leaf damage
• Silverleaf

Usage Notes

Tobacco thrips are highly mobile and can spread rapidly through fields. They often thrive in hot, dry conditions.