Cochylichroa
Obraztsov & Swatschek, 1958
Cochylichroa is a of in the Tortricidae. The genus was redefined in 2019 to include nine based on phylogenetic analysis; most were previously classified under the genus Conchylis. It contains several notable species including the banded sunflower moth (C. hospes) and Arthur's sunflower moth (C. arthuri).
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Cochylichroa: /ˈkɒkɨlɪˌkrəʊə/
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Identification
Cochylichroa can be distinguished from related by phylogenetic relationships established in 2019, which separated them from Conchylis. The genus is characterized by shared derived traits identified through molecular analysis rather than single obvious morphological features.
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Distribution
Primarily North America, with one Palearctic (Cochylichroa atricapitana) occurring in Europe and Asia. Distribution records include Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Vermont (USA), and other US locations.
Host Associations
- sunflower - Cochylichroa arthuri (Arthur's sunflower ) and C. hospes (banded sunflower moth) are associated with sunflower
Human Relevance
Cochylichroa hospes (banded sunflower ) and C. arthuri (Arthur's sunflower moth) are recognized as pests of sunflower .
Similar Taxa
- ConchylisMost Cochylichroa were previously placed in Conchylis; the 2019 redefinition separated them based on phylogenetic analysis
- CochylisHistorically confused with Cochylis; Cochylichroa has been treated as a synonym of Cochylis in some taxonomic databases
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Taxonomic History
The was originally described by Obraztsov & Swatschek in 1958 but was not widely recognized until its redefinition in 2019. Some taxonomic databases still list Cochylichroa as a synonym of Cochylis, reflecting ongoing taxonomic debate.
Species Count
The currently contains nine : C. arthuri, C. atricapitana, C. aurorana, C. avita, C. foxcana, C. hoffmanana, C. hospes, C. temerana, and C. viscana.