Neolasioptera species-on-lithospermum
Neolasioptera -on-lithospermum is a gall midge in the Cecidomyiidae. The species is named for its association with Lithospermum plants, indicating a specific relationship. As with other members of the Neolasioptera, this species likely induces gall formation on its host plant, though detailed biological studies remain limited. The species epithet reflects its documented occurrence on Lithospermum rather than a formal Latin species name.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Neolasioptera species-on-lithospermum: //niː.oʊˌlæsiˈɒptə.rə ˈspiːʃiz ɒn ˌlɪθəˈspɜːrməm//
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Host Associations
- Lithospermum - The epithet and available records indicate this is associated with Lithospermum plants, likely as a gall inducer.
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Nomenclatural note
The epithet '-on-lithospermum' is descriptive rather than following standard Latin binomial conventions. This naming format is sometimes used in ecological or informal taxonomic contexts to indicate -specific associations when formal species descriptions are pending or when distinguishing cryptic species based on host use.