Datonychus melanostictus (Marsham, 1902)
on Mentha, etc.
parasite
The larva bores a descending tunnel over the full length of the stem; pupation in the soil.
host plants
Lamiaceae, oligophagous
Leonurus cardiaca; Lycopus europaeus; Mentha aquatica, arvensis, longifolia, x piperita, suaveolens, x verticillata.
distribution within Europe
synonyms
Ceutorhynchus melanostictus.
references
Avgın & Colonnelli (2011a), Balalaikins (2012a), Delbol (2013a), Dieckmann (1972a), Rheinheimer & Hassler (2010a), Rocchi & Bordoni (2004a), Sert (2009a), Yunakov, Nazarenko, Filimonov & Volovnik (2018a).