Macrosiphum violae

Jensen, 2000

Macrosiphum violae is a of in the Aphididae, described by Jensen in 2000. As a member of the Macrosiphum, it belongs to a group of aphids characterized by long siphunculi and typically associated with herbaceous plants. The specific epithet "violae" suggests a potential association with Viola species (violets), though this host relationship has not been explicitly documented in the provided sources. The species is recognized as valid in GBIF and listed as a synonym in the Catalogue of Life.

Macrosiphum violae by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Macrosiphum violae by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Macrosiphum violae by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.

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How to pronounce Macrosiphum violae: //ˌmækroʊˈsaɪfəm ˈvaɪəˌliː//

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  • Viola - potentialSpecific epithet suggests possible association, but not confirmed in available sources

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