About Platyedra subcinerea (Haworth, 1828)
Platyedra subcinerea, commonly known as the mallow groundling or cotton stem moth, is a moth species that belongs to the family Gelechiidae. This moth can be found across most of Europe. It is an introduced species in North America, with recorded populations in New England and California. It has also been introduced to New Zealand. Its preferred habitats are wet meadows, marshes, and gardens. The species has a wingspan ranging from 14 to 21 millimeters. The larvae of Platyedra subcinerea feed on Parietaria officinalis, Urtica species, Althaea officinalis, Lavatera thuringiaca, and Malva sylvestris.
