Dasineura cercocarpi
(Felt, 1913)
Dasineura cercocarpi is a of gall midge in the Cecidomyiidae. The Dasineura comprises numerous species, many of which are known to induce galls on various plants. This particular species is associated with Cercocarpus (mountain mahogany), a genus of shrubs and small trees in the family Rosaceae. Like other Dasineura species, the larvae likely develop within plant tissue, causing characteristic gall formations.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Dasineura cercocarpi: //ˌdæsɪˈnʊərə sɛrkəˈkɑrpaɪ//
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Host Associations
- Cercocarpus - gall induction plant ; specific host not confirmed in available sources
Similar Taxa
- Dasineura investitaBoth are Dasineura that induce galls on Rosaceae plants; D. investita is known from Laportea canadensis (wood nettle)