spotted alfalfa aphid


spotted alfalfa aphid

noun

Definition of SPOTTED ALFALFA APHID

: a highly destructive Old World aphid (Therioaphis maculata) that is established in the United States in warmer areas and causes yellowing and stunting of affected plants

First Known Use of SPOTTED ALFALFA APHID

1958

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