Myzus ascalonicus
is a highly polyphagous and cosmopolitan aphid species.
Common names. Shallot aphid.
Distribution. This aphid is globally distributed, located in all but the coldest terrestrial habitats.
Host associations. It has one of the broadest host ranges of any aphid species, having been recorded from species of nearly 50 plant families.
Economic importance. It is particularly important on cucumber, pumpkin (Cucurbitaceae), cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, turnip, and other Brassica species, but also attacks a broad range of other crops such as strawberry, Chrysanthemum, Tulipa, and a variety of ornamentals. It has been implicated in the transmission of at least 16 plant viruses.
See also. Taxonomy at Aphid Species File. Aphids on the World's Plants. Literature references.
