Uroleucon helianthicola

(Olive, 1963)

Uroleucon helianthicola is a of in the Aphididae, originally described from sunflower (Helianthus). It belongs to a known for specialized associations with Asteraceae plants. The species is part of the Uroleucon (Uromelan) subgenus, characterized by dark pigmentation. Information specific to this species is limited in available sources, with most behavioral and ecological data inferred from congeneric species like Uroleucon ambrosiae.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Uroleucon helianthicola: /ˌjʊə.roʊˈljuː.kɒn ˌhiːl.iˈæn.θɪˌkoʊ.lə/

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Host Associations

  • Helianthus - primary name implies association with sunflower; specific records not verified in provided sources

Similar Taxa

  • Uroleucon ambrosiae with similar and ; both associated with Asteraceae and subject to similar complexes including flower flies, lady beetles, and lacewings
  • Uroleucon hypochoeridisRelated Uroleucon exhibiting documented collective defense (synchronized twitching and kicking) that may be shared across the

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Taxonomic Status

Catalogue of Life lists this as a synonym, while GBIF and NCBI recognize it as accepted. The basionym Dactynotus helianthicola (Olive, 1963) reflects historical classification changes within Macrosiphini.

Data Limitations

Available sources focus primarily on congeneric Uroleucon ambrosiae. Direct observations of U. helianthicola are sparse; iNaturalist records only 10 observations as of source date.

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