honeydew
noun
hon·ey·dew
ˈhə-nē-ˌdü 
-ˌdyü
1
: a saccharine deposit secreted on the leaves of plants usually by aphids or scale insects or sometimes by a fungus
2
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These aphids may also leave a sticky honeydew residue in their wake, which can develop sooty mold and make affected plants look like they’re coated in a fine, dark powder.
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Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Aug. 2024
If the bumps on your basil stem do not rub off easily and are not associated with honeydew (a sticky, clear residue), then scale insects are not likely.
—Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 30 July 2024
She’s also started to get acquainted with her kitchen, learning to chef up recipes like a ham and honeydew appetizer and a good soup.
—Rebecca Aizin, Peoplemag, 19 July 2024
To avoid the honeydew, the best thing is to prevent the insects in the first place.
—Neil Sperry, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 July 2024
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Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Aug. 2024
If the bumps on your basil stem do not rub off easily and are not associated with honeydew (a sticky, clear residue), then scale insects are not likely.
—Miri Talabac, Baltimore Sun, 30 July 2024
She’s also started to get acquainted with her kitchen, learning to chef up recipes like a ham and honeydew appetizer and a good soup.
—Rebecca Aizin, Peoplemag, 19 July 2024
To avoid the honeydew, the best thing is to prevent the insects in the first place.
—Neil Sperry, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 July 2024
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honeydew
noun
hon·ey·dew
ˈhən-ē-ˌd(y)ü
1
: a sugary substance deposited on the leaves of plants usually by aphids or scale insects or sometimes by a fungus
2
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