Sumac Leaf Gall Aphid (Melaphis rhois)

The sumac leaf gall aphid, Melaphis rhois, galls are largely inconsequential to plant health, but are an interesting biological curiosity. Pictured on smooth sumac, Rhus glabra. Photo: fb88 Forest Service

The sumac leaf gall aphid, Melaphis rhois, galls are largely inconsequential to plant health, but are an interesting biological curiosity. Pictured on smooth sumac, Rhus glabra. Photo fb88 Forest Service

The sumac leaf gall aphid, Melaphis rhois, galls are largely inconsequential to plant health, but are an interesting biological curiosity. Pictured on smooth sumac, Rhus glabra.