Hibiscus mealybug, Nipaecoccus viridis (Newstead), is an invasive, highly polyphagous pest that has recently established in Florida. This pest is historically known to heavily effect citrus production in other citrus-producing regions and has similarly negatively impacted citrus groves in several counties. Hibiscus mealybug was first found infesting citrus in one county in 2019 and has rapidly spread across counties and onto additional hosts in only a few years. Here we review the known distribution and biology of hibiscus mealybug, including a description of life stages, known host plants in Florida, and management options. Additionally, a field diagnostics guide is presented to assist in early detection and prevent the spread of N. viridis in other regions. We anticipate that information shared here will help in slowing its spread in the United States.

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Hibiscus Mealybug（半翅目：伪球虫科）——生物学、寄主植物、当前管理实践和北美实地指南

Hibiscus mealybug，Nipaecoccus viridis (Newstead)，是一种侵入性的高度杂食性害虫，最近在佛罗里达州定居。众所周知，这种害虫会严重影响其他柑橘产区的柑橘生产，并同样对几个县的柑橘园产生负面影响。芙蓉粉虱于 2019 年首次在一个县被发现感染柑橘，并在短短几年内迅速传播到各县并转移到其他寄主身上。在这里，我们回顾了芙蓉粉虱的已知分布和生物学，包括生命阶段的描述、佛罗里达州已知的寄主植物和管理方案。此外，还提供了一份现场诊断指南，以协助早期发现并防止 N. viridis 在其他地区的传播。