Phyllobius pomaceus (subgenus Metaphyllobius) is a species of short-nosed weevil commonly known as the nettle weevil.[2]
Phyllobius pomaceus is a slender and elongate weevil, measuring 7–9 mm in length with bright metallic green scales, combined with variations of gold, blue and copper colour, on its elytra.[3] Larvae measure up to 8 mm in length, with a creamy white coloured body and dark head.[4]
The beetle is associated with nettles (Urtica dioica) and Meadow Sweet (Filipendula ulmaria).[3][5] P. pomaceus can also be a pest of strawberries.[4]
Larvae live within the soil feeding on roots, adults above ground on the leaves and stems of their host plants.
Phyllobius pomaceus (subgenus Metaphyllobius) is a species of short-nosed weevil commonly known as the nettle weevil.
