Dicymolomia
Zeller, 1872
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 feeding within seed and reducing seed production. The genus has been recorded from the United States, including Vermont and Tennessee.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Dicymolomia: /dɪˌsaɪmoʊˈloʊmiə/
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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 feed on seeds of musk thistle (Carduus nutans).
Host Associations
- Carduus nutans - larval musk thistle; feed on seeds within seed
Life Cycle
Dicymolomia julianalis and occur within seed of plants.
Behavior
Dicymolomia julianalis 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 .
Human Relevance
Dicymolomia julianalis has been investigated for its potential role in of musk thistle, an weed.