Phyllocnistis meliacella
- Pronunciation
- /fil-oh-KNIS-tis me-lee-a-SELL-uh/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Phyllocnistis meliacella
- Plural
- Phyllocnistis meliacellae
Definition
A moth species whose larvae are known to create leaf mines on mahogany trees, causing damage principally in the Americas.
Etymology
Named after the genus *Phyllocnistis* and the host plant family Meliaceae.
Example
The mahogany leafminer, *Phyllocnistis meliacella*, can cause significant damage to mahogany trees.
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Usage Notes
Phyllocnistis meliacella is known for its distinctive leaf mines, which are often visible on mahogany trees.