Mahogany leafminer
- Pronunciation
- /ma-HA-guh-nee LEAF-Mih-ner/
- Category
- Entomology
- Singular
- Mahogany leafminer
- Plural
- Mahogany leafminers
Definition
A species of moth (Phyllocnistis meliacella) that lays its eggs on mahogany leaves, where its larvae feed within the leaf tissue.
Etymology
From the host plant, mahogany, and the behavior of the larva mining through the leaves.
Example
The mahogany leafminer is considered a minor pest of mahogany trees in Florida.
Related Terms
- Mahogany
- Leafminer
- West Indies mahogany
Usage Notes
The mahogany leafminer has been observed to attack various species of mahogany, including West Indies mahogany and Honduras mahogany.