Leek moth
General The leek moth is present throughout Europe. It is also found in some Asian countries and has been introduced to parts of Canada. The larvae of [...] stages are most widely affected, but the seedling stage is sometimes affected in nurseries. Stored onions and garlic are also damaged. After hatching, the [...] host plant. Feeding on the leaf tissue by the caterpillars causes a reduction in plant growth; if larvae are numerous, weakening or withering of the plant