Lineodes integra

Zeller, 1873

Eggplant Leafroller Moth, Nightshade Leaftier

Lineodes integra is a small in the Crambidae, commonly known as the eggplant leafroller moth or nightshade leaftier. The is native to the Americas, with a broad distribution from the southern United States through Central America to South America. It is recognized as a pest of cultivated Solanaceae crops, with larvae that feed on leaves and developing fruit. The species was first described by Zeller in 1873.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Lineodes integra: /lɪniːoʊdiːz ɪnˈteɪɡrə/

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Identification

This can be identified by its small size (wingspan ~18 mm) and association with Solanaceae plants. Within the Lineodes, species-level identification typically requires examination of genitalia or molecular markers; consult specialized Crambidae taxonomic references for definitive determination.

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Habitat

Agricultural and natural environments where Solanaceae plants occur. Has been recorded in cultivated fields, gardens, and presumably native vegetation supporting wild Solanaceae .

Distribution

Native to the Americas. Found from the southern United States (Florida to California) south to Chile. Additional records from Illinois, Michigan, Ontario (Canada), and Cuba indicate occasional northward or established in temperate regions.

Diet

Larvae feed on Solanaceae , including: Solanum melongena (eggplant), Solanum lycopersicum (tomato), Solanum viarum (tropical soda apple), Capsicum species (peppers), and Physalis species (groundcherries). feeding habits are not documented.

Host Associations

Solanum melongena - larval food planteggplant
Solanum lycopersicum - larval food planttomato
Solanum viarum - larval food planttropical soda apple
Capsicum - larval food plantpepper
Physalis - larval food plantgroundcherry

Behavior

Larval includes leaf rolling or tying, as indicated by . Specific details on behavior, mating, or oviposition have not been documented in available sources.

Ecological Role

Herbivore specializing on Solanaceae. In agricultural systems, functions as a crop pest. Ecological role in native is not documented.

Human Relevance

Recognized agricultural pest of eggplant, tomato, and pepper crops. Larval feeding damages leaves and may affect fruit development. Management in commercial agriculture may involve practices.

Similar Taxa

Other Lineodes species Lineodes contains multiple that are morphologically similar and require genitalia examination or for reliable identification.
Other Spilomelinae leafrollersMany Crambidae larvae exhibit leaf-rolling on Solanaceae; association and help narrow identification.

More Details

Taxonomic History

First described by Philipp Christoph Zeller in 1873. The has been variously referred to by emphasizing its larval habit of rolling or tying leaves of nightshade plants.

Observation Frequency

As of source date, iNaturalist records 4,381 observations, indicating the is relatively frequently encountered within its range, likely due to its association with common agricultural crops.