Dicymolomia
Zeller, 1872
Species Guides
5- Dicymolomia grisea(Gray Dicymolomia Moth)
- Dicymolomia julianalis(Julia's Dicymolomia Moth)
- Dicymolomia metalliferalis(Dusky-patched Dicymolomia)
- Dicymolomia metalophota
- Dicymolomia opuntialis(Peppery Dicymolomia)
Dicymolomia is a of crambid established by Zeller in 1872, containing approximately eight described . The genus is placed in Glaphyriinae. Dicymolomia julianalis has been documented as a seed on musk thistle (Carduus nutans) in Tennessee, with larvae feeding within seed and reducing seed production. The genus has been recorded from the United States, including Vermont and Tennessee.
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Habitat
in this have been associated with thistle . Dicymolomia julianalis has been documented in musk thistle (Carduus nutans) in Tennessee.
Distribution
United States: Vermont, Tennessee (eastern and middle regions).
Diet
Dicymolomia julianalis larvae feed on seeds of musk thistle (Carduus nutans).
Host Associations
- Carduus nutans - larval musk thistle; larvae feed on seeds within seed
Life Cycle
Dicymolomia julianalis larvae and pupae occur within seed of plants.
Behavior
Dicymolomia julianalis larvae feed internally within thistle seed . by a single larva can prevent seed release from a mature seed head.
Ecological Role
Dicymolomia julianalis acts as a seed on musk thistle, potentially reducing seed production and proliferation of this plant.
Human Relevance
Dicymolomia julianalis has been investigated for its potential role in of musk thistle, an weed.