Hydraecia immanis
Guenée, 1852
Hop Vine Borer Moth
A noctuid native to North America whose larvae are root pests of corn and hops. The was described in 1852 and is listed as a species of special concern in Connecticut, where it is believed to be extirpated. It belongs to a of borers that target plant roots and stems.
Pronunciation
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Distribution
North America. Confirmed records from Manitoba (Canada) and Vermont (United States).
Diet
Larvae feed on roots of Zea mays (corn), Humulus lupulus (common hop), Silphium , and Lupinus microcarpus.
Host Associations
- Zea mays - larval food plantroot pest of corn
- Humulus lupulus - larval food plantroot pest of common hop
- Silphium - larval food plant not specified
- Lupinus microcarpus - larval food plant
Human Relevance
Considered an agricultural pest due to larval damage to corn and hop roots. Listed as a of special concern in Connecticut.
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Conservation Status
Listed as a of special concern in Connecticut, where it is believed to be extirpated.