This species can be distinguished from P. oxyacanthae and P. sorbi by the food plant.

The larvae create a mine with many creases in the lower epidermis.

Established woodland.

Recorded in 4 (1.5%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in November 2011

Recorded date range (Adult): 26 May to 26 July

Recorded date range (Larva/Leafmine): 12 September to 16 November