Eriophyes nervalis
Gall mite Eriophyes nervalis
Description
There are felt, gray-brown to pale ocher coatings along the veins of the leaves (erineum). They are caused by the sucking of the mite Eriophyes nervalis = Eriophyes tiliae nervalis. The mite is microscopically large and cannot be seen with the naked eye. Only the symptom is visible. Reduces the aesthetic value of trees in parks and gardens.
Symptom
There are felt, gray-brown to pale ochre coatings along the veins of the leaves.
Tree Species: Lime
Part of a plant- attacked: Leaf / Needle
Pest significance: Less harmful
Pest Category: Mites
Invasive Species: No
Present in EU: Yes
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