Arthropod-Plant Interactions最新文献

{"title":"The tilted-head feeding strategy: ultramorphological adaptations of the mature larvae of Dolerus tritici (Hymenoptera: Tenthredinidae) to feeding on their host plants","authors":"Tian-Yu Yu,&nbsp;Ping Guan,&nbsp;Hao Zhang,&nbsp;Lu Jiang","doi":"10.1007/s11829-025-10214-5","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11829-025-10214-5","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Larvae of the sawfly genus <i>Dolerus</i> are herbivorous, feeding on different species of graminoids. The larvae are notable for their asymmetrical labrum, an atypical trait among Hymenoptera, yet the associated feeding mechanism remains unclear. The wheat-preferring <i>Dolerus tritici</i> Chu provides key insights into this behavior. In this study, we investigated the feeding behavior and mouthpart ultrastructure of <i>D. tritici</i> larvae through field observations and scanning electron microscopy. For the first time, we identified the ultrastructural basis underlying their feeding mechanism. The key evidence came from distinct wear patterns, which indicated that three pairs of slanted cutting points were involved in leaf incision, while the maxillary and labial palps are responsible for positioning the leaf during this process. Ultramorphological evidence, including a notch in the left side of the labrum, mesally protruding incisors and molars on the left mandible, and mechanoreceptors on the penultimate maxillary palps, suggests a coordinated specialization of the larval feeding apparatus for feeding on plants with parallel-veined leaves. We propose that this tilted-head strategy represents an adaptation to feeding on straight, parallel-veined leaves.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":8409,"journal":{"name":"Arthropod-Plant Interactions","volume":"20 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-12-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145831179","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Bee pollination increases fruit weight and antioxidants in pumpkins","authors":"Isabelle Cristina Santos Magalhães,&nbsp;Gerlayne Teixeira de Souza,&nbsp;Marcelo da Rocha Souza,&nbsp;Liedson Tavares Carneiro,&nbsp;Girlaine Estéfane Cansanção de Almeida,&nbsp;Daniele Silva Ribeiro,&nbsp;Cibele Cardoso Castro","doi":"10.1007/s11829-025-10211-8","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11829-025-10211-8","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Due to the global decline of pollinators, global food security is at risk. Crops essentially dependent on pollinators such as pumpkin (<i>Cucurbita moschata</i> Duchesne, Cucurbitaceae) are the most affected. Although the importance of pollinators for crop productivity is known, there are many gaps in knowledge regarding the influence of pollination on crop quality, especially on the chemical composition of fruits and seeds. Here, we evaluated the relationship between floral display, frequency of visits and crop production, using three pumpkin plantations in the semi-arid region of NE Brazil as a model. In all sites we recorded floral display, floral visitors, and compared fruit set, fruit quality and seed number between natural (NP) and cross (CP) pollination experiments. Bees were the main pollinators, and <i>Apis mellifera</i> and <i>Trigona spinipes</i> were the most frequent. Floral display was positively correlated with the total number of visits, which had a positive relation with fruit weight, specifically because of <i>T. spinipes</i> visits. Visitation by <i>A. mellifera</i> had a negative relationship with pericarp length. Fruit set was about 9% higher in NP than in CP, whose fruits had lower antioxidant activity than the former. Floral display was positively related to the frequency of visits of pumpkin produced in the semi-arid region of northeastern Brazil. Bees were the main pollinators, especially <i>T. spinipes</i> and <i>A. mellifera</i>, which positively influenced fruit weight. Thus, pollinators favored fruit set, weight, and quality, in addition to promoting antioxidant potential.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":8409,"journal":{"name":"Arthropod-Plant Interactions","volume":"20 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-12-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145730284","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Influence of water stress and common bean genotypes on biological aspects of Chrysodeixis includens and Trichogramma pretiosum","authors":"Eduardo Neves Costa,&nbsp;Marcos Gino Fernandes,&nbsp;Lucas Coutinho Reis,&nbsp;Andressa Caroline Foresti,&nbsp;Elias Soares Gomes,&nbsp;Silvana de Paula Quintão Scalon","doi":"10.1007/s11829-025-10213-6","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11829-025-10213-6","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Water scarcity is expected to intensify, posing major challenges for crop production. Insect pests such as <i>Chrysodeixis includens</i> further reduce yields, especially in large monocultures. Water stress and plant resistance operate as bottom-up forces affecting herbivores and their natural enemies, whereas parasitoids impose top-down control. This study evaluated the effects of two common bean genotypes (a landrace variety and a commercial cultivar) on the growth and survival of <i>C. includens</i> under well-watered and water-stressed conditions. We also assessed whether the performance of the egg parasitoid <i>Trichogramma pretiosum</i> was influenced when developing in eggs from moths previously reared on the different genotypes and water regimes. Levels of hydrogen peroxide, malondialdehyde, and antioxidant enzymes were quantified. Water stress did not affect any biological parameter of the pest, although preliminary assays indicated reduced larval weight. The Manteigado genotype lowered larval survival by 27% and showed greater tolerance to <i>C. includens</i> defoliation compared with BRS Esplendor; however, neither genotype exhibited tolerance to water stress. None of the biological parameters of <i>T. pretiosum</i> were affected by bean genotype or water availability. Potential defense mechanisms were detected in Manteigado plants, including a 13–21% increase in superoxide dismutase activity, which detoxifies superoxide radicals, and a 21% reduction in total protein content, which may limit herbivore development. Manteigado therefore displays promising resistance traits for managing <i>C. includens</i> and may serve as a donor in breeding programs. Moreover, both genotypes appear compatible with <i>T. pretiosum</i> use even under water deficit, supporting sustainable pest management in bean crops.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":8409,"journal":{"name":"Arthropod-Plant Interactions","volume":"20 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-12-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145698541","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Physical basis of host plant resistance in rapeseed and mustard against mustard aphid, Lipaphis erysimi (Kaltenbach)","authors":"Ajai Rangesan,&nbsp;Ngangom Uma Devi,&nbsp;Mougdha Dutta,&nbsp;Kennedy Ningthoujam","doi":"10.1007/s11829-025-10209-2","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11829-025-10209-2","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Rapeseed-mustard (<i>Brassica</i> spp.) is a vital oilseed crop in India, frequently affected by the mustard aphid, <i>Lipaphis erysimi</i> (Kaltenbach), a major sap-sucking pest that causes substantial yield losses. Considering the drawbacks of chemical control, host plant resistance offers a sustainable alternative. The present study was conducted under protected conditions to assess the physical basis of resistance in ten rapeseed-mustard genotypes against <i>L. erysimi</i>. Significant genotypic variations were observed in aphid population, percentage of infested siliques, and aphid multiplication rate across crop stages. PM 25, PM 26, and DRMR 150-35 consistently recorded lower aphid infestations and were categorized as resistant, whereas IC 491023 and YST 151 were highly susceptible. Among the physical traits, surface wax content showed a strong negative correlation with aphid infestation and aphid multiplication, suggesting its critical role in resistance. PM 25 exhibited the highest wax content (7.30%), contributing to its superior resistance. The findings indicate that physical traits like surface wax act as a first line of defense by hindering aphid colonization and feeding. This study highlights the potential of integrating such traits into breeding programs, with PM 25 emerging as a promising genotype for developing aphid-resistant varieties.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":8409,"journal":{"name":"Arthropod-Plant Interactions","volume":"19 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-12-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145675157","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effects of insect herbivory on phytoestrogen concentrations in three Trifolium species","authors":"Palash Mandal,&nbsp;Anna K. Wallingford,&nbsp;Marta R. M. Lima,&nbsp;Nicholas D. Warren,&nbsp;André F. Brito,&nbsp;Richard G. Smith","doi":"10.1007/s11829-025-10206-5","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11829-025-10206-5","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Phytoestrogens are plant-produced secondary compounds believed to play a protective role against environmental stress. When consumed by animals, phytoestrogens can influence animal health and reproductive function; hence, there is interest in identifying factors that trigger their production in agricultural crops. We conducted two experiments to determine if leaf tissue herbivory by corn earworm (<i>Helicoverpa zea</i> Boddie) induces phytoestrogen accumulation in three clover species commonly utilized as livestock forage. In experiment I, insects were fed on red clover (<i>Trifolium pratense</i> L.) and kura clover (<i>T. ambiguum</i> L.) for 7 days. Herbivory increased total phytoestrogen levels by 112% in red clover, while levels in kura clover were extremely low and not influenced by herbivory. In experiment II, herbivory was applied to two red clover cultivars and one white clover cultivar (<i>T. repens</i> L.) for 9 days followed by a 9-day recovery period or for 18 days without recovery. After 9 days of herbivory and a 9-day recovery period, total phytoestrogen levels in red clover increased by 84%. Compared to the control, there were no differences in total phytoestrogen concentration when herbivory was applied to red clover for 18 days; however, additional sampling revealed concentrations were over 112% higher in undamaged compared to insect damaged tissues. Herbivory did not influence total phytoestrogen concentrations in white clover. These findings highlight the role insect herbivory can play in modifying the phytoestrogen status of red clover, and therefore a potentially novel mechanism by which insect herbivory may indirectly influence agricultural livestock health and reproductive function.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":8409,"journal":{"name":"Arthropod-Plant Interactions","volume":"19 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-12-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s11829-025-10206-5.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145675193","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Friends or betrayers? Beneficial effects of endophytic colonization of Amaranthus dubius on the reproductive traits of Spoladea recurvalis (Lepidoptera: Crambidae)","authors":"Druscilla O. Nyamamba,&nbsp;Josephine Karanja,&nbsp;Komivi S. Akutse","doi":"10.1007/s11829-025-10212-7","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11829-025-10212-7","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Amaranth is a highly nutritious and medicinal crop with great potential for food security. However, its productivity is severely constrained by insect pests, particularly <i>Spoladea recurvalis</i>. Farmers’ reliance on chemical insecticides for its control poses high risks to human and environmental health. This study therefore explored the potential of fungal endophytes as a sustainable alternative approach in managing <i>S. recurvalis</i>. We screened 15 fungal isolates belonging to six different genera (<i>Trichoderma</i>, <i>Hypocrea</i>, <i>Beauveria</i>, <i>Fusarium</i>, <i>Bionectria</i> and <i>Metarhizium</i>) to assess their potential to endophytically colonize <i>Amaranthus dubius</i> through seed inoculation and determined the systemic induced resistance potential of the endophytes in controlling <i>S. recurvalis</i>. <i>Hypocrea lixii</i> F3ST1 and <i>Trichoderma asperellum</i> M2RT4 successfully colonized all the host seedling parts. <i>Hypocrea lixii</i> F3ST1 and <i>T. asperellum</i> M2RT4 were further investigated for their endophytic persistence, effect on plant growth, pathogenicity to <i>S. recurvalis</i>, and longevity of F1 progenies. Both endophytes remained persistent for the 4-week assessment period with varied colonization rates. The two endophytes significantly improved leaf number, leaf width, leaf length, plant height, and shoot dry weight. Additionally, <i>H. lixii</i> F3ST1 and <i>T. asperellum</i> M2RT4 significantly affected the life-history parameters of <i>S. recurvalis</i>, resulting in reductions in egg masses (5% and 49.8%, respectively; <i>p</i> &lt; 0.001), egg hatchability (7% and 48%, respectively; <i>p</i> &lt; 0.001), increased larval mortality (&gt; 35%), decreased number of pupae (4.9% and 58.4%, respectively; <i>p</i> &lt; 0.001), reduced adult emergence (4.9% and 57.9%, respectively; <i>p</i> &lt; 0.001), and lower survival of F1 progeny. Our findings suggest that <i>H. lixii</i> F3ST1 and <i>T. asperellum</i> M2RT4 may contribute to enhancing amaranth growth promotion and reducing <i>S. recurvalis</i> infestation under controlled conditions. However, further field evaluations are required to validate these effects under practical farming systems.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":8409,"journal":{"name":"Arthropod-Plant Interactions","volume":"19 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-12-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145675192","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Volatile and phenolic compounds associated with melon resistance to Liriomyza sativae","authors":"Jéssica Fontes Vasconcelos,&nbsp;Wenner Vinicius Araújo Saraiva,&nbsp;Lucas De Lima Farias,&nbsp;Paulo Riceli Vasconcelos Ribeiro,&nbsp;José Wagner Da Silva Melo,&nbsp;Tigressa Helena Soares Rodrigues,&nbsp;Vitor Hugo Maues Macedo,&nbsp;Elenilson Godoy Alves Filho,&nbsp;Kirley Marques Canuto,&nbsp;Nívia Da Silva Dias-Pini","doi":"10.1007/s11829-025-10210-9","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11829-025-10210-9","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The vegetable leafminer, <i>Liriomyza sativae</i> Blanchard (Diptera: Agromyzidae), is considered a key pest of melons (<i>Cucumis melo</i> L.) in Brazil. The aim of this study was to identify volatile and phenolic compounds associated with melon resistance to <i>Liriomyza sativae</i> by evaluating whether volatile compounds released by different melon genotypes influence the attractiveness and/or repellency to the pest and by identifying phenolic compounds with potential antibiotic action against it.</p><p>Olfactometer tests revealed that certain genotypes, such as CNPH 06-1047-343, 06-1047-333, and 06-1047-341, displayed low attractiveness to <i>L. sativae</i>, while the Goldex commercial hybrid was more attractive. Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry analyses identified acetic acid and 3-methylfuran in higher relative abundance in the less attractive genotypes. On the other hand, attractive and susceptible genotypes emitted higher concentrations of β-ocymene, cis-β-ocymene, and trans-3-hexenyl acetate. Exclusive compounds in Goldex included 3-hexen-1-ol, α-pinene, linalool, allo-ocimene, neo-allo-ocimene, and sabinene hydrate acetate. In no-choice tests, CNPH 06-1047-333 and CNPH 06-1047-343 showed reduced larval and pupal viability of <i>L. sativae</i>, and they were distinguished by having higher total phenolic compounds in their leaves, such as hydroxybenzoic-hexoside acid, ferulic acid, and vitexin-2”-O-glucoside. The study suggests that the resistance of certain melon genotypes to <i>L. sativae</i> is linked to the emission of repellent volatile compounds and the presence of high levels of phenolics in their leaves.</p><h3>Graphical abstract</h3><div><figure><div><div><picture><source><img></source></picture></div></div></figure></div></div>","PeriodicalId":8409,"journal":{"name":"Arthropod-Plant Interactions","volume":"19 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-12-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145675201","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Attractiveness of mediterranean native plants to arthropod natural enemies and herbivores","authors":"Khaled Jeddi,&nbsp;Khaled Abbes,&nbsp;Mohamed Lassoued,&nbsp;Kaouthar Jeddi,&nbsp;Kamel Hessini,&nbsp;Kadambot H. M. Siddique,&nbsp;Brahim Chermiti","doi":"10.1007/s11829-025-10204-7","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11829-025-10204-7","url":null,"abstract":"<div>\u0000 \u0000 <p>Agricultural intensification threatens insect abundance and diversity, even though they provide important ecosystem services such as biological control. This study screened ten annual flowering plant species from Tunisia for their attractiveness to natural enemies and herbivores to identify promising species for flower enhancement within agroecosystems. We conducted a one-year field experiment using a randomized complete block design with three replicates for each species. Arthropods were sampled from the foliage of the tested plants to assess the abundance of natural enemies and pest species present. We identified five species that attracted significantly more natural enemies than others: <i>Anethum graveolens, Diplotaxis harra, Erucaria pinnata, Glebionis segetum</i>, and <i>Pseuderucaria clavata</i>. The most abundant natural enemies were predatory Hemiptera (Anthocoridae), followed by parasitic Hymenoptera, and the dominant herbivores were Thysanoptera (Thripidae). These plant species, which bloom early and provide floral resources throughout the season,should be considered potential insectary plants for future habitat management research.</p>\u0000 </div>","PeriodicalId":8409,"journal":{"name":"Arthropod-Plant Interactions","volume":"19 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-11-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145612559","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Dead-end trap cropping in pest management","authors":"Francisco Rubén Badenes-Pérez","doi":"10.1007/s11829-025-10205-6","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11829-025-10205-6","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Dead-end trap cropping is a particular case of trap cropping involving trap crop plants on which targeted insect pests cannot survive. Dead-end trap crops can function as a sink for pests, preventing their movement from the trap crop to the main crop, thus greatly reducing reliance on pesticide applications. Wintercress <i>Barbarea vulgaris</i> Aiton (Brassicaceae) and vetiver grass <i>Chrysopogon zizanioides</i> (L.) Roberty (Poaceae) are among the plant species most-studied as dead-end trap crops for diamondback moth <i>Plutella xylostella</i> L. (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae) and the stemborers <i>Chilo partellus</i> Swinhoe (Lepidoptera: Crambidae) and <i>S. inferens</i> Walker (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae), respectively. Additional dead-end crops target important pests like cotton bollworm, corn earworm, green peach aphid, western tarnished plant bug, root-knot and root-lesion nematodes, silverleaf whitefly, and different species of fruit flies and thrips. Besides the inherent characteristics of a plant species that make it naturally function as a dead-end trap crop, such as the presence of particular plant secondary metabolites, other types of dead-end trap crops involve the use of transgenesis and the use of biological control agents. This article reviews the topic of dead-end trap cropping, providing also an explanation of some of the mechanisms involved and the factors that affect the successful implementation of this type of trap cropping.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":8409,"journal":{"name":"Arthropod-Plant Interactions","volume":"19 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-11-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s11829-025-10205-6.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145612569","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Floral visits by stingless bees of the genus Scaptotrigona (Hymenoptera, Apidae, Meliponini): a review","authors":"Zildene de Sousa Silveira,&nbsp;Cícera Alane Coelho Gonçalves,&nbsp;Nair Silva Macêdo,&nbsp;Débora de Menezes Dantas,&nbsp;Samuel Vieira Brito,&nbsp;Isabella Hevily Silva Torquato,&nbsp;Francisco Assis Bezerra da Cunha,&nbsp;Márcia Vanusa da Silva","doi":"10.1007/s11829-025-10198-2","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s11829-025-10198-2","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Stingless bees are widely distributed in tropical and subtropical regions, with the greatest diversity reported in the Neotropical biogeographic region, where they provide essential ecological services. The genus <i>Scaptotrigona</i> comprises 51 species, broadly distributed in this region, and is recognized as an abundant floral visitor. Despite their ecological and economic importance, studies on <i>Scaptotrigona</i> have focused mainly on agricultural contexts, leaving knowledge gaps about their broader role in natural ecosystems. Understanding which plant species they visit is particularly relevant for conservation and restoration initiatives, especially in the face of regional bee declines. This review compiles published data on the interactions between <i>Scaptotrigona</i> species and plants, based on a bibliographic survey conducted in four major scientific databases, covering publications available up to July 2023. The records showed interactions between 13 species of the genus <i>Scaptotrigona</i> and plants within their range. In total, 84 plant families were identified, representing 360 genera and 408 species visited, with the most frequently reported families being Fabaceae, Asteraceae, Malvaceae, Euphorbiaceae, Bignoniaceae, Anacardiaceae, Myrtaceae, Arecaceae, Lamiaceae, and Rubiaceae. Although the data do not allow us to directly confirm their role in pollination, the frequency and diversity of visit records indicate a significant ecological potential that deserves further research focused on pollination effectiveness.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":8409,"journal":{"name":"Arthropod-Plant Interactions","volume":"19 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-11-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s11829-025-10198-2.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145561628","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}