Lyctoxylon dentatum
(Pascoe, 1866)
Oriental Powderpost Beetle
Lyctoxylon dentatum is a powderpost beetle in the Bostrichidae, first described by Francis Polkinghorne Pascoe in 1866. Native to Asia, it has been introduced to multiple continents including Europe, East Africa, North America, and Australia. As a woodboring , it develops within wood and can cause damage to timber products. The is commonly known as the Oriental Powderpost Beetle.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Lyctoxylon dentatum: /lɪkˈtɒksɪlɒn dɛnˈtɑːtəm/
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Distribution
Native to Asia. Introduced to Europe, East Africa, North America, Middle America, and Australia.
Human Relevance
Known as a timber pest due to its woodboring habit. Damage to timber products has been observed in regions where it has been introduced.
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Taxonomic Note
Lyctoxylon dentatum is classified in the Lyctinae, a group commonly referred to as powderpost beetles due to the fine, powdery produced by larvae tunneling in wood.