Cercocarpopsallus
Schuh, 2006
Cercocarpopsallus is a of in the , described by Schuh in 2006. The genus name references Cercocarpus, a genus of mountain mahogany plants (Rosaceae), suggesting a potential association. As a recently described and poorly documented genus, it is known from very few records.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cercocarpopsallus: /ˌsɜːrkoʊˌkɑːrpoʊˈsæləs/
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Identification
-level identification requires examination of male and other microscopic characters; the single known can be distinguished from related Psallus-group genera by unique features of the left and vesica structure. External resembles other small, dark in the tribe Phylini.
Habitat
Associated with montane or submontane where plants in the Cercocarpus (mountain mahogany) occur.
Distribution
Known from western North America, with records from the southwestern United States.
Host Associations
- Cercocarpus - probable name and known collection records suggest association with mountain mahogany (Rosaceae)
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Taxonomic history
The was erected by Randall T. Schuh in 2006 based on material from Arizona and New Mexico. The single included , Cercocarpopsallus cercocarpi, was transferred from Psallus. The genus exemplifies the ongoing refinement of through detailed morphological study.
Research needs
Additional field surveys targeting Cercocarpus stands in western North America are needed to clarify distribution, confirm associations, and assess whether additional exist.