Liosomaphis berberidis
(Kaltenbach, 1843)
barberry aphid
Liosomaphis berberidis, commonly known as the barberry , is an aphid in the Aphididae. It is associated with barberry (Berberis) as its plant, as indicated by its specific epithet. The species was first described by Kaltenbach in 1843 and is native to parts of Europe.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Liosomaphis berberidis: //ˌlaɪ.oʊˈsoʊ.mə.fɪs ˌbɜːr.bəˈraɪ.dɪs//
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Distribution
Recorded from Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. The specific epithet 'berberidis' suggests association with Berberis , which may influence its distribution in regions where these plants occur.
Host Associations
- Berberis - Inferred from specific epithet 'berberidis'; requires confirmation
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Taxonomic history
Originally described as Aphis berberidis Kaltenbach, 1843, later transferred to Liosomaphis.