Host plants:
The larvae live in the tip of palms.
Habitat:
In Europe, Paysandisia archon is usually found near the coast on planted palms. But it also uses native Chamaerops.
Life cycle:
The larva lives within petioles and the softer tip of trunk. It often lets die off the plant. Thus this splendid species is considered a pest.
Remarks:
Paysandisia archon is native to S-America. It has been introduced by accident into the Mediterranean and is now found there for example in Spain, S-France and Italy.