Pseudococcus: meaning, definitions and examples

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Pseudococcus

 

[ หˆsjuหdษ™หŒkษ’kษ™s ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

biology entomology

Pseudococcus refers to a genus of small, soft-bodied insects commonly known as mealybugs. These insects are typically covered in a white, waxy substance that gives them a distinctive appearance. They are often found on the leaves and stems of plants, where they feed on sap and can cause significant damage to crops.

Synonyms

mealybugs, scale insects

Examples of usage

  • The Pseudococcus populations increased dramatically during the warm months.
  • Farmers often use pesticides to control Pseudococcus infestations in their fields.
  • Identifying Pseudococcus early can help mitigate plant damage.
  • Researchers study Pseudococcus to understand their role in agriculture.

Translations

Translations of the word "Pseudococcus" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pseudococo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคธเฅ€เคกเฅ‹เค•เฅ‰เค•เคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Pseudococcus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ Pseudococcus

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟัะตะฒะดะพะบะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Pseudococcus

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฆใ‚ฃใƒซใ‚นใ‚ณใ‚ฏใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Pseudococcus

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ Pseudococcus

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท Pseudococcus

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฐ€์งœ์ฝ”์ฟ ์Šค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุณูŠูˆุฏูˆูƒูˆูƒูˆุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Pseudococcus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Pseudococcus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‡่œก่‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Pseudococcus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Pseudococcus

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะŸัะตะฒะดะพะบะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒกแƒ”แƒ•แƒ“แƒแƒ™แƒแƒ™แƒฃแƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Pseudococcus

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Pseudococcus

Word origin

The term 'Pseudococcus' is derived from the Greek roots 'pseudo-' meaning false and 'kokkos' meaning berry, referring to the insect's appearance. The name reflects the characteristic waxy coating that can resemble berries on plants. This genus was first described in the early 19th century, where entomologists began classifying these organisms based on their morphological features and damage they caused to various plant species. Over time, the study of Pseudococcus has expanded, incorporating advances in molecular biology and genetic analysis, allowing for a more comprehensive understanding of their evolution and ecological roles. Their complex interactions with host plants have prompted further research into sustainable pest management strategies, marking their significance in both agricultural and ecological studies.