Datonychus melanostictus (Marsham, 1902)
on Lycopus, Mentha
parasite
The larva bores a descending tunnel over the full length of the stem; pupation in the soil.
host plants
Lamiaceae, oligophagous
Lycopus europaeus; Mentha aquatica, longifolia, x piperita, suaveolens, x verticillata.
distribution within Europe
synonyms
Ceutorhynchus melanostictus.
references
Balalaikins (2012a), Dieckmann (1972a), Rheinheimer & Hassler (2010a).