Platynota rostrana, the omnivorous platynota moth, is a species of moth of the family Tortricidae. It is found from the United States (where it has been recorded from Alabama, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Jersey, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia), south through Mexico and Central America to South America (including Venezuela and Brazil). Its native range also includes the West Indies. It has been recorded from Europe, where it may temporarily establish through accidental importation in tropical plants.
 The wingspan is 13–17 mm.
 The larvae feed on various plants, including Citrus species. On Citrus, they have been recorded damaging unripe fruits and leaves. First instar larvae scrape the leaves and fruits. They use plant debris, feces and silk strands to build cocoons from which they emerge to feed and in which they remain until pupation. Later, they feed through fruit skin or bore holes.

harmful

Platynota rostrana are considered tree pests because they feed on the foliage of various tree species, causing damage to the leaves and potentially impacting the overall health and growth of the trees.

tree pest

Platynota rostrana can be considered garden pests because they have a tendency to feed on the foliage of garden plants, potentially causing damage to the leaves and affecting the overall health and appearance of the plants in a garden setting.

garden pest

Platynota rostrana are considered crop pests because they have been known to feed on the foliage of various crop plants, leading to reduced yields and potential economic losses for farmers.

crop pest

Platynota rostrana are considered pests because they feed on the foliage of trees, garden plants, and crops, causing damage to the leaves and potentially impacting the health, growth, and yield of these plants.

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