Foliar Nematode Aphelenchoides spp. (Nematoda: Aphelenchida: Aphelenchoididae) by Lindsay Wheeler, William T. Crow

“… There are nematodes of several genera that feed on plant stems and foliage, including Aphelenchoides, Bursaphelenchus, Anguina, Ditylenchus and Litylenchus. …”
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Rice Bug (suggested common name) Leptocorisa acuta (Thunberg) (Insecta: Hemiptera: Alydidae) by Amelio Chi Serrano, Russell F. Mizell, Morgan A. Byron

“… Broad-headed bugs belong to a well-known but relatively small family of plant-feeding true bugs, usually seen feeding on the foliage and flowers of leguminous and graminaceous crops. …”
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Induction of Biomolecules in Mature Leaves of Terminalia arjuna Due to Feeding of Antheraea mylitta Drury by G. Abraham, G. Thomas, C.R. Babu

“…The growth rate of Vth instar larvae of A. mylitta fed on previously damaged foliage reduced by 87.1%. Induction of biomolecules for defense mechanisms in relation to herbivore damage has been discussed.…”
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Common Poisonous Houseplant Species in Florida by Yuvraj Khamare, Chris Marble

“…It should be noted that while photos are provided of each species, there are many variations of each plant described, which could have different foliage color, variegations, slightly different leaf shapes, or flower colors. …”
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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii: Paurotis Palm by Timothy K. Broschat

“…In the spring paurotis palms produce large inflorescences of creamy white flowers that extend well beyond the foliage. These are followed in the summer by ¼-inch round fruits that pass through green and orange stages but turn black when completely ripe. …”
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Cultural Guidelines for Commercial Production of Interiorscape Hedera by Jianjun Chen, Dennis B. McConnell, Kelly C. Everitt

“… This article is intended to describe common species and cultivars grown in the foliage plant industry, provide guidelines for their culture and interior use, and list physiological problems that may be encountered during production and interiorscape use. …”
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Pest Identification Guide: Melon Thrips, Thrips palmi Karny by Jeffrey D. Cluever, Hugh A. Smith

“…This species is primarily a foliage feeder (except in pepper and eggplant, where flowers are more preferred). …”
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A Guide to Citrus Disease Identification by Stephen H. Futch

“…Disease symptoms may vary in expression on foliage, stems, roots, and fruit, and may not in all cases resemble those illustrated in various publications. …”
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October Flower, Polygonella polygama by Debbie Miller, Mack Thetford, Chris Verlinde, Gabriel Campbell, Ashlynn Smith

“…The showy flowers and attractive foliage make this native plant a desirable ornamental for landscapes. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/sg181 This publication is derived from information in SGEB-75/SG156, Dune Restoration and Enhancement for the Florida Panhandle, by Debbie Miller, Mack Thetford, Christina Verlinde, Gabriel Campbell, and Ashlynn Smith. https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/sg156. …”
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Acoelorrhaphe wrightii: Paurotis Palm by Timothy K. Broschat

“…In the spring paurotis palms produce large inflorescences of creamy white flowers that extend well beyond the foliage. These are followed in the summer by ¼-inch round fruits that pass through green and orange stages but turn black when completely ripe. …”
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Pest Identification Guide: Melon Thrips, Thrips palmi Karny by Jeffrey D. Cluever, Hugh A. Smith

“…This species is primarily a foliage feeder (except in pepper and eggplant, where flowers are more preferred). …”
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A Guide to Citrus Disease Identification by Stephen H. Futch

“…Disease symptoms may vary in expression on foliage, stems, roots, and fruit, and may not in all cases resemble those illustrated in various publications. …”
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'Florida Whitewater' Caladium - A University of Florida Cultivar by G. J. Wilfert, Brent K. Harbaugh, B. D. Miranda

“…Caladium xhortulanum Birdsey], grown for their colorful foliage, are members of the aroid family (Araceae Juss.) native to tropical America (Croat, 1979). …”
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Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood' by Edward F. Gilman

“…The globose canopy shape looks best when it is allowed to branch to the ground. Lower foliage branches can be thinned to display the attractive bark and trunk structure. …”
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Identification and Control of Coral Ardisia (Ardisia crenata): A Potentially Poisonous Plant. by Brent A. Sellers, Sarah Lancaster, Kenneth A. Langeland, Jason A. Ferrell, Michael Meisenberg, Joseph Walter

“…Although there is no published literature supporting the theory that coral ardisia is toxic, it is suspected that the berries and/or foliage are poisonous to livestock, pets, and humans. …”
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Enviroscaping to Conserve Energy: Trees for South Florida by Timothy K. Broschat, Alan W. Meerow, R.J. Black

“…The energy-conserving impact of a particular tree species depends on 1) whether it keeps its leaves during the winter and 2) the shape of a tree and density of its foliage. This document is about choosing the right species of trees to plant in Florida, the sites to plant them, and how to properly maintain them. …”
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Rice Bug (suggested common name) Leptocorisa acuta (Thunberg) (Insecta: Hemiptera: Alydidae) by Amelio Chi Serrano, Russell F. Mizell, Morgan A. Byron

“… Broad-headed bugs belong to a well-known but relatively small family of plant-feeding true bugs, usually seen feeding on the foliage and flowers of leguminous and graminaceous crops. …”
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SEARCH FOR SOURCE MATERIAL WITH LATE BLIGHT RESISTANCE AMONG POTATO VARIETIES AND CLONES by N. M. Zoteyeva, O. S. Kosareva, Z. Z. Evdokimova

“…Tests were performed in the field under heavy infection of Phytophthora infestans (Mont.) de Bary (foliage) and in the laboratory (tubers). Varieties and clones with high and moderate leaf and/or tuber late blight resistance were identified. …”
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Management of Nematodes with Cowpea Cover Crops by Zane Joseph Grabau, Esteban Rios

“…If used appropriately, cover crops can improve soil structure and fertility, decrease soil erosion, provide foliage and animal feed, and suppress crop pests such as weeds, insects, nematodes, and other plant pathogens. …”
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Florida 4-H Horticulture Identification and Judging: Contest Rules and Glossary by Jeffrey G. Williamson, Sydney Park Brown, Tom Wichman

“…This publication combines and supersedes 4H-PSJ-20 (Rules and Glossary), 4H-PSJ-21 (Flowers and Foliage Plants), 4H-PSJ-22 (Fruits and Nuts), 4H-PSJ-23 (Ornamentals), 4H-PSJ-24 (Vegetables), and 4H-PSJ-25 (Score Sheet). …”
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