Preposition: from

• aphid: Trails lead to, and ascend, nearby trees where the workers collect honeydew from aphids.

Converse of object

• produce: The ants are usually active between March and October and can be seen climbing trees where they collect honeydew produced by aphids.

• collect: The ants are usually active between March and October and can be seen climbing trees where they collect honeydew produced by aphids.

• call: Many of these pests excrete a sticky, sugary liquid called honeydew.

• excrete: The mold fungus thrives on the honeydew excreted by the insects.

• secrete: At the same time they secrete honeydew, leaving a sticky residue on plants.

Adjective modifier

• sticky: The sticky honeydew excreted by the aphid makes hedge trimming a messy task.

Modifies a noun

• melon: Best enjoyed, IMHO, with honeydew melon, white cheese and a nice bit of fish.

Noun used with modifier

• aphid: Adults are often attracted by the presence of aphid honeydew.