Appendiseta robiniae

(Gillette, 1907)

Black Locust Aphid

Appendiseta robiniae, the black locust , is the sole in the Appendiseta. Native to North America, it has become established as an species in Europe, where it has adapted successfully to local conditions. In Poland, studies documented up to 11 per season on its plant Robinia pseudoacacia, with females of the second and third generations showing highest . The species exhibits rapid growth capability due to its biological predispositions.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Appendiseta robiniae: /əˌpɛndɪˈsiːtə roʊˈbɪniˌaɪ/

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Distribution

Native to North America; introduced and established in Europe including Poland, Yugoslavia, Belgium, Bulgaria, and Switzerland.

Seasonality

Spring hatching observed; continuous breeding with multiple per season (maximum 11 generations documented in Poland).

Diet

Phloem feeder; feeds on Robinia pseudoacacia (black locust).

Host Associations

Robinia pseudoacacia - primary Required for development and ; sole documented

Life Cycle

Hemimetabolous development with up to 11 per season in favorable conditions. Spring followed by successive parthenogenetic generations. Females of second and third generations demonstrate peak . Lifespan and developmental time vary by generation.