Morphology and histology of the digestive system of the vector leafhopper Psammotettix striatus (L.) (Hemiptera: Cicadellidae)

► The anatomy and ultrastructure of the alimentary canal of the leafhopper vector species, Psammotettix striatus are described and illustrated in detail. ► Midgut of the alimentary canal is composed of epithelial cells and concentric circular. ► The rectum is formed by various cells typical of epithelium with muscle cells. ► The salivary system contains the principal gland with about nineteen acini and accessory gland with only an oval acinus.