Maconellicoccus hirsutus (Green)

Taxonomic position

Insecta: Hemiptera: Sternorrhyncha: Coccoidea: Pseudococcidae

Common names

Hibiscus mealybug, pink mealybug, grape mealybug

Habitat / Crop(s) damaged

Polyphagous on several host plants, including hibiscus, guava, mulberry, cotton, grapes, etc.

Severe infestation leads to bushy-top appearance of affected plants.

Pest status

Serious on grapes and mulberry.

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