Phyllocnistis citrella(PHYNCI)
Distribution details in Australia
Current pest situation evaluated by EPPO on the basis of information dated
1993: Present, widespread
From CABI Pest map 274 (2003): Present, no details
From CABI Pest map 274 (2003): Present, no details
From NPPO: Present, widespread
Since 1988, when only 20% of orchards were affected, mostly coastal, the pest has spread rapidly until 1992 (60-70%) and is expected to infest 95% in 1993. Releases of 3 wasp parasitoids have commenced in Queensland and New South Wales.
* 18th Session of APPPC: country report.