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Box Sucker

Psylla buxi

About Box Sucker

A tiny jumping plant louse that causes cupping and distortion of box leaves. Nymphs produce waxy secretions. Can cause significant damage to ornamental box hedges.

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Did You Know?

Causes the characteristic cupped and distorted leaves seen on many box hedges in spring.

Distribution

Where Box Sucker can be found

Seasonal Activity

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Peak activity Moderate Low / dormant
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APA:
Orbitrock. (2026). Box Sucker (Psylla buxi). Retrieved from https://orbitrock.com/insect/box-sucker

MLA:
"Box Sucker." Orbitrock, https://orbitrock.com/insect/box-sucker.