Hydraecia stramentosa
Guenée, 1852
Figwort Borer Moth
Hydraecia stramentosa, the figwort borer , is a noctuid moth found in North America. The suggests larval association with figwort plants (Scrophulariaceae), though specific records are limited. are active during the warmer months. The was described by Guenée in 1852.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hydraecia stramentosa: /hɪˈdrɪʃiə ˌstræmənˈtəʊsə/
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Distribution
North America
Host Associations
- figwort - larval implied by ; specific plant unconfirmed
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Taxonomic history
Described by Achille Guenée in 1852. The epithet 'stramentosa' derives from Latin 'stramentum' (straw), possibly referring to straw-colored or fibrous appearance.