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.
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
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.