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painted apple moth

Scientific Name
Teia anartoides
Scientific Author
Walker, 1855
Taxonomy
(Lepidoptera: Lymantriidae: Orgyiini)

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Commodity Type

  • Timber
  • Ornamentals
  • Leaves
  • Pome fruits
  • Stone fruits

Description

Caterpillars are a serious forest pest of Pinus radiata (Monterey Pine), but will also feed on a range of garden plants (Dahlias, Lupins, Geraniums, Gladiolas, Passionfruit, Primrose, Roses, Gardenia, and Willows).

Will also attach apple, plum, cherry and peach (Malus domesticus, Prunus spp.).

See New Zealand host list weblink


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