Euphrytus

Jacoby, 1881

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Euphrytus is a of leaf beetles in the Eumolpinae, containing 29 described distributed across Central and North America. Three species occur north of Mexico. The genus was established by Jacoby in 1881. At least one species, Euphrytus rugipennis, has been documented as a pest of roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa).

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Euphrytus: /juːˈfrɪtəs/

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Distribution

Central and North America; three occur north of Mexico

Host Associations

  • Hibiscus sabdariffa - food plantDocumented for E. rugipennis

Human Relevance

Euphrytus rugipennis has been observed causing damage to cultivated roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa), indicating potential agricultural significance for certain in this

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Taxonomic synonymy

Euphrytus varipennis Jacoby, 1890 is a synonym of Therses nigricollis Jacoby, 1890

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