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Distortion of Leaves

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Distortion of Leaves

Stevens Leafhopper

Scientific Name: Empoasca stevenci

 

Disease Type: Insect

 

Plants Affected: Papaya

 

 

Symptom:

  • Hopperburn - wrinkling, yellowing, or drying of leaves
  • Stunted plant
  • Puncture marks of leaf vein, with bleeding of white milky latex

 

Control:

  • Utilize insecticides labeled for control of this pest

 

Additional Resources:

Broad Mite

Scientific Name: Polyphagotarsonemus latus

 

Disease Type: Insect

 

Plants Affected: Papaya, Coffee, Macadamia

 

Symptom:

  • Terminal leaves and flower buds become distorted or cupped
  • Browning occurs between main veins on leaf undersides
  • Aborted blooms and stunted growth

 

Control:

  • Apply appropriate sulfur sprays

 

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