Chilean Leaf Roller – Proeulia auraria

Available Products
1 mg Standard Lure
Dispenser Details
Natural Rubber Septum
Active Life
4-6 weeks (temperature dependent)
Pest Details
Adult
Forewing length of 7-12 mm. Forewings golden ochreous mottled with brown. An incomplete band runs from the middle of the costa towards the bottom corner. Hindwings are white to ochreous-white, sometimes speckled with grey.
Larvae
Late instars reach 22-26 mm in length. Body pale green with a brown head. The prothoracic plate is pale brown to pale green with brown mottling. An anal comb is
present with 6-9 teeth.
Eggs
Laid in masses on leaves.
Distribution
Chili
Economic Host(s)
Orchard fruits and Vines.
Symptons/Signs
Larvae feed on leaves, flowers, buds and fruit. Leaves are folded together using silk and growing points can be deformed as a result of feeding damage. Scars on fruit are also caused by fruit feeding.
Generations
2 (climate dependent)
Monitoring
Adults Present
September to April (temperature dependant)
Recommended Trap Density
2 traps per hectare for large uniform areas of crops and 3- 4 traps per hectare for mixed or less dense crop stands.
Trap Maintenance
Check traps on a regular basis; at least twice a week. Replace the pheromone dispensers every 4 weeks to achieve optimum results. Replace sticky inserts once they become saturated with dust or insects
Storage
Keep product away from heat and direct sunlight. Store in a refrigerator for a shelf life of 18 months or a freezer for an extended life of 24 months. Always store sealed in original packaging.
Recommended Trap

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