Hayhurstia atriplicis
Description
The green waxy aphid Hayhurstia atriplicis galls the leaves of Fat-hen and Orache, rolling the leaves or bracteoles upwards along the midrib, often several leaves affected.
Identification difficulty
Habitat
Wherever the host plants occur – often on waste ground or disturbed soil.
When to see it
The galls may be found when the host plants are in leaf.
UK Status
Widespread and fairly frequent in Britain.
VC55 Status
Status in Leicestershire and Rutland not known.
Graham CalowLand near Stockhill Farm, Broughton Astley27 September 2018leaf roll galls on Fat-hen
Graham CalowLand near Stockhill Farm, Broughton Astley27 September 2018leaf roll gall on Fat-hen
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