Monopetalotaxis doleriformis explained

Monopetalotaxis doleriformis is a moth of the family Sesiidae. It is known from South Africa.

The larvae bore the roots of Aspalathus linearis.[1]

Notes and References

  1. http://www.pri.wur.nl/UK/newsagenda/archive/news/2003/Plant_Research_International_uses_aromatic_substances_to_increase_yields_for_rooibos_tea.htm Plant Research International uses aromatic substances to increase yields for rooibos tea