Plant Parasites of Europe

leafminers, galls and fungi

Spatalistis bifasciana

Spatalistis bifasciana (Hübner, 1787)

small purple button

detritivorous

parasite

According to several old sources the larvae bore into berries. However, recent observations by Heckford indicate that the larvae feed on the withered leaves of oak and sweet chestnut etc.

distribution within Europe

(PESI, 2019).

larva

See Heckford; the description by Swatschek does not apply to this species.

references

Bradley, Tremewan & Smith (1973a), Hancock & Bland (2015a), Heckford (2010d), Huemer (2007a), Huisman & Koster (2000a), Šumpich (2011a), Swatschek (1958a).

Last modified 4.ii.2020