aspidiotus perniciosus

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Noun aspidiotus perniciosus has 1 sense

San Jose scale, Aspidiotus perniciosus - small east Asian insect naturalized in the United States that damages fruit trees
--₁ is a kind of armored scale
--₁ is a member of Aspidiotus, genus Aspidiotus

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Aspidiotus perniciosus

Description:

Aspidiotus perniciosus is a species of armored scale insect, commonly known as San Jose scale. It is a destructive pest for various fruit trees and ornamental plants.

Senses and Usages:

Noun: A type of scale insect that infests fruit trees and ornamental plants.
Adjective: Referring to or relating to the San Jose scale insect.

Sample Sentences:

The orchard owner is struggling to control the infestation of Aspidiotus perniciosus on his apple trees.
Aspidiotus perniciosus can cause significant damage to citrus trees if left untreated.
The horticulturist recommended using an insecticide specifically designed to target Aspidiotus perniciosus.