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Edwardsiana rosae

Rose leafhopper

Description

Rose Leafhoppers Edwardsiana rosae are small, pale yellow-green insects that feed on the sap of rose plants, causing symptoms such as white or pale spots on the leaves (stippling), leaf curling, and reduced plant vigor. Affected leaves may also drop prematurely, leading to severe damage. Rose leafhoppers may have several generations per year. The creamy white nymphs hatch from eggs in spring and feed on the underside of rose leaves for several weeks before becoming fully grown. In summer, the white, winged adults disperse to alternate host plants (apple, cherry, elm, hawthorn, maple, oak, poplar and more.), returning to roses in late summer to lay overwintering eggs. Damages are caused mainly on roses. Regular monitoring and control measures can help manage their population and reduce damage to roses.

Symptom

White or pale spots on the leaves (stippling), leaf curling, and reduced plant vigor. Small, creamy white  insect on the undersite of leaves.

Tree Species: Elm, Cherry, Oak, Apple Tree, Maple, Rose, Poplar

Part of a plant- attacked: Leaf / Needle

Pest significance: Harmful

Pest Category: Insects

Present in EU: Yes