Pexicopia malvella (Hübner, 1805)
hollyhock seed moth
on Malvaceae
parasite
The larvae feed in the ripening fruits. Hibernation as a larva, in a cocoon, amidst the emptied fruits.
host plants
Malvaceae, oligophagous
Alcea rosea; Althaea officinalis; Malva alcea, multiflora, neglecta, sylvestris, thuringiaca.
distribution within Europe
pupa
Cremaster in the form of six hooked hairs.
references
Aarvik (1987a), Bland, Corley, Emmet ao (2002a), Huertas Dionisio (2007a), Huisman & Koster (1995a, 2000a), Parsons (1995a), De Prins & Steeman (2013a), Requena (2009a).