description Citrus leafminer Overview
Citrus leafminer is the moth species Phyllocnistis citrella in the family Gracillariidae. The species was described from Kolkata, India, in 1856, and its larvae feed inside young citrus leaves, creating winding mines that can curl leaves and retard the growth of young trees. It is a widespread agricultural pest of citrus and related Rutaceae, with particular importance in nurseries and on young, actively flushing trees.
help Citrus leafminer FAQ
What is the citrus leafminer?
The citrus leafminer is the moth species Phyllocnistis citrella in the family Gracillariidae. Its larvae feed inside young citrus leaves and create winding mines.
What damage does citrus leafminer cause?
The larvae make winding mines inside young citrus leaves. These mines can curl the leaves and slow the growth of young citrus trees.
Where was Phyllocnistis citrella described?
Phyllocnistis citrella was described from Kolkata, India, in 1856. It is now known as the citrus leafminer moth.
Which part of a citrus plant does the citrus leafminer attack?
The larvae attack young citrus leaves by feeding within the leaf tissue. The resulting mines can distort the leaves and retard the growth of young trees.
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