genus phthorimaea

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Noun genus phthorimaea has 1 sense

Phthorimaea, genus Phthorimaea - potato moths
--₁ is a kind of arthropod genus
--₁ is a member of Gelechiidae, family Gelechiidae
--₁ has members: potato tuberworm, Phthorimaea operculella

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Genus Phthorimaea

Description

Genus Phthorimaea refers to a group of moths belonging to the family Gelechiidae. These moths are commonly known as tuberworms and are known for their ability to infest and damage various tuber crops, particularly potatoes.

Sample Sentences

The genus Phthorimaea includes several species that are highly destructive to potato crops.
Tuberworms, members of the genus Phthorimaea, are a major concern for potato farmers.
The damage caused by Phthorimaea larvae can significantly reduce the yield of tuber crops.

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