Rhectocraspeda periusalis

(Walker, 1859)
Eggplant Webworm

Sort #: 1576 | P3 #: 801401 | MPG #: 5157
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Larval substrate: A large number of herbaceous plants, especially members of the Solanaceae, incl. Solanum melongena (Eggplant), S. lycopersicum (Tomato), S. americanum (American black nightshade), S. erianthum (Potato Tree), Momordica charantia (Bitter Melon), Capsicum frutescens (Tabasco Pepper), Nicotiana tabacum (Tobacco)
Phenology: Adult: 9/05 (1 record)

Comment: Either a Fall 'migrant' or imported on plants

Status in MA (automated assessment): Uncertain status
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1939
Last Year Reported: 1939

Distribution by County: Dukes
Number of Records: 1