Phylloxera

Definition:

  • (n.) A small hemipterous insect (Phylloxera vastatrix) allied to the aphids. It attacks the roots and leaves of the grapevine, doing great damage, especially in Europe.
  • (n.) The diseased condition of a vine caused by the insect just described.

Compare phylloxera with other words:

phylloxera vs. vine

grape vs. phylloxera

aphid vs. phylloxera