Relating to or describing whiteflies, small insects with white waxy wings that feed on plant sap.
From Aleyrodidae, the scientific family name for whiteflies (from Greek 'aleuron' flour + 'eidos' appearance), plus '-id' for family membership.
Aleyrodid whiteflies are invasive pests that have traveled globally on imported plants—they've caused billions in crop damage and are nearly impossible to completely get rid of!
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