Cabbage Palm Longhorn
Osmopleura chamaeropis
This record describes Osmopleura chamaeropis (species). Recorded family: Cerambycidae. Recorded order: Coleoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Unique can be locally abundant ( 4 )
Identification notes
Unique
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Coleoptera (Beetles)
- Suborder
- Polyphaga
- Superfamily
- Chrysomeloidea
- Family
- Cerambycidae (Longhorn Beetles)
- Subfamily
- Cerambycinae
- Tribe
- Agallissini
- Genus
- Osmopleura
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
Pine-palmetto woodlands in FL ( 3 )
Geographic Range
coastal se.US (s.AL-s.FL-e.NC) - Map , + one record from Texas
Seasonal Activity
May-Aug in FL (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: Larvae feed on Cabbage Palmettos ( Sabal palmetto ) in FL.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Common names refer to larval host
About Primitive Winged Insects: the wider group
Order-level background for Coleoptera, the group containing Osmopleura chamaeropis. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Coleoptera is the largest order of insects with over 400,000 described species, representing ~25% of all known animal species and ~40% of all insects. In the U.S. alone, nearly 30,000 beetle species have been identified.
Ecological role of the group
Beetles are prominent decomposers, especially in forests, breaking down dead wood and recycling nutrients. As predators, they reduce populations of pest insects. Many species are also important pollinators of flowering plants.
Economic and practical significance of the group
Beetles have major economic significance: leaf beetles (Chrysomelidae) and weevils (Curculionoidea) are among the most destructive agricultural pests globally, costing billions annually, while predatory species like ladybugs provide natural pest control.
Recorded sources for this group: Britannica, Smithsonian, NCSU Entomology. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cabbage Palm Longhorn
What is Cabbage Palm Longhorn?
Cabbage Palm Longhorn (Osmopleura chamaeropis) is a species in the family Cerambycidae, within the order Coleoptera.
How big is Cabbage Palm Longhorn?
19-22 mm
How do you identify Cabbage Palm Longhorn?
Unique
Where is Cabbage Palm Longhorn found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Pine-palmetto woodlands in FL ( 3 ) |
| Range | coastal se.US (s.AL-s.FL-e.NC) - Map , + one record from Texas |
What does Cabbage Palm Longhorn eat?
The diet of the Cabbage Palm Longhorn includes Larvae feed on Cabbage Palmettos ( Sabal palmetto ) in FL..
When is Cabbage Palm Longhorn active?
Cabbage Palm Longhorn: seasonal activity - May-Aug in FL (BG data).