Description

1. 2.5 mm long and small green insects (Fig.).
2. Nymphs and adults are of same shape but nymphs do not have wings.
3. Nymphs run sideways when disturbed.
4. Eggs are laid along veins on the under side of the leaflets.
5. One generation requires 2 weeks.

Damage symptoms

1. Leaflets are cup shaped (Fig.) with yellow edges and tips.
2. Seedlings are stunted with red-brown leaflets (Fig.) followed by defoliation.

Control

1. Serious threat in the seedling stage. Any contact or systemic insecticide spray is adequate.
2. Dimethate @ 2ml/litre of water or monocrotophos @ 1.5 ml/litre of water can provide effective control.