Enchenopa on-sideroxylon-lanuginosum is a in the Membracidae. The specific epithet indicates an association with Sideroxylon lanuginosum (gum bumelia), suggesting this species is -specific to this plant. The Enchenopa includes species known for complex and host plant specialization. This particular species appears to be named for its documented association with gum bumelia, a plant that serves as a larval host for other insects such as the cerambycid beetle Plinthocoelium suaveolens.

Host Associations

  • Sideroxylon lanuginosum - plantSpecific epithet indicates association; likely primary for feeding and

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