Scientific Name

Acyrthosiphon kondoi

 

Hosts

Alfalfa and other legumes.

 

Damage

It is generally abundant in early season or cooler weather and found primarily on young shoots and terminal leaves. Sap sucking by this aphid causes stunting or wilting and leaf drop. Large amounts of honeydew are produced. This aphid's distribution and damage are localized.

 

Description

This aphid resembles the pea aphid but is more bluish green and 3 to 3.5 mm long.

 

Control

Please contact your local county extension office for current information.