Aphid vectors of Papaya ringspot virus type P (PRSV-P) were found in papaya orchards in Brazil.

Weed hosts in papaya orchards may serve as reservoirs of aphid vectors of PRSV-P.

Commelina benghalensis was infested by the greatest number of aphid species.

Aphis gossypii, A. spiraecola and Toxoptera citricidus were the most frequent aphids.

Aphids on weeds in papaya orchards may contribute to the epidemiology of PRSV-P.