Aethes flagellana (Dupunchel, 1836)
on Eryngium
parasite
The descriptions of he biology are contradictory. Probably the larva lives freely on the inflorescence after flowering has ended, feeding in the fruits, then bores into the stem in anticipation of the hibernation.
host plants
Apiaceae, monofaag
Eryngium campestre.
distribution within Europe
synonyms
Lozopera flagellana.
references
Corley, Rosete, Gonçalves ao (2016a), Disqué (1905a), Farkas (2008a), Huisman (1987a), Huisman & Koster (1996a, 2000a), Huisman, Koster, Muus & van Nieukerken (2013a), Huisman, Koster, van Nieukerken & Ulenberg (2004a), Kovács & Kovács (2006a), Razowski (1962a), Requena i Miret (1998a), Wegner (2015a).