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Dialeurodes

Dialeurodes

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A group of small whiteflies that feed on plant sap and harm ornamental plants
  • proper noun
  • Specialized
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  • The citrus whitefly, a member of the genus Dialeurodes, often infests orange groves.

Examples

  • Several species in the genus Dialeurodes are known to damage ornamental plants.

  • Researchers are studying Dialeurodes populations to develop more effective pest control.

  • The Dialeurodes species are notorious for damaging crops.

  • Have you ever encountered Dialeurodes in your garden?

  • Researchers are studying Dialeurodes populations to develop more effective pest control.

  • Several species in the genus Dialeurodes are known to damage ornamental plants.

  • The citrus whitefly, a member of the genus Dialeurodes, often infests orange groves.

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Dialeurodes comes from Greek parts dia- meaning 'through' and aleuro- meaning 'flour' or 'powder', giving the image of very small flies covered in white dust. That's why Dialeurodes names a group of tiny, powdery whiteflies that can damage garden and ornamental plants.