Porpomiris curtulus

(Reuter, 1909)

Porpomiris curtulus is a plant bug in the Miridae that has been documented as a herbivore of switchgrass (Panicum virgatum). The occurs in North America, with confirmed records from Canada and the United States including Louisiana and Maryland. It is associated with grassland dominated by its plant.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Porpomiris curtulus: //ˈpɔrpɔˌmɪrɪs ˈkɜːrtjələs//

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Habitat

Associated with switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) , including prairies and grasslands where this grass occurs.

Distribution

North America; confirmed records from Canada and the United States (Louisiana, Maryland).

Diet

on switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L.; Poaceae); feeds on this plant exclusively.

Host Associations

Panicum virgatum - herbivoreswitchgrass; Poaceae

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Research significance

Documented as a on switchgrass, an important native prairie grass and emerging biofuel crop, making this relevant to studies of grassland insect and potential biocontrol or pest management contexts.