First report on the whitefly, Aleurodicus pseudugesii on the coconut palm, Cocos nucifera in Brazil.

The article offers information on the whitefly Aleurodicus pseudugesii found on the coconut palm Cocos nucifera in Brazil. Signs of an Aleurodicus pseudugesii attack includes silver tone on the plant's crown, and sooty molds. The negative impact of whitefly on the coconut palm is also discussed. In addition, the article notes that Aleurodicus pseudugesii colonies concentrate on the lower surface of leaflets and on coconut leaves to protect itself from adverse environmental conditions.