Stenopterapion meliloti (Kirby, 1808)
on Melilotus
parasite
Several larvae or pupae in tunnels in the total length of the stem, also in the root collar. According to Houard this results in a strong greening of the flowers.
host plants
Fabaceae, monophagous
Melilotus albus, altissimus, dentatus, officinalis.
distribution within Europe
synonyms
Apion, Leptapion, meliloti.
references
Douglas, Bouchard, Anderson ao (2013a), Delbol (2013a), Dieckmann (1962a, 1977a), Ehret (1990a), Houard (1909a), Podlussány (1986a), Rheinheimer & Hassler (2010).