Macrosiphum badium
Jensen, 2000
false Solomon's-seal aphid
Macrosiphum badium, known as the false Solomon's-seal , is a of aphid described in 2000 by Andrew Jensen. It is to western North America and feeds on west coast species of Maianthemum. The species is characterized by its reddish brown to reddish green coloration and distinctive siphunculi with black tips.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Macrosiphum badium: //ˌmækrəˈsɪfəm ˈbeɪdiəm//
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Identification
Distinguished from other Macrosiphum by combination of reddish brown to reddish green coloration, small lateral indentations, and medium-length dusky siphunculi with black tips. Association with Maianthemum plants in western North America provides additional diagnostic context.
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Habitat
Associated with west coast members of the Maianthemum; specific microhabitat preferences not documented
Distribution
Western North America only; precise range boundaries not established in available literature
Diet
Phloem feeder on west coast of Maianthemum (false Solomon's seal)
Host Associations
- Maianthemum - primary West coast ; various members of used as plants
Similar Taxa
- Other Macrosiphum speciesShare -level characteristics; distinguished by coloration, siphunculus , and specificity to Maianthemum
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Taxonomic history
described by Andrew Jensen in 2000