It is used as an agent of biological pest control against the noxious weed known as Scotch broom (Cytisus scoparius).

The adult weevil is dark gray with a dark band across its elytra and is a laterally compressed shape with a long snout and light brown legs.

The adult feeds on new growth at the tips of stems, but the larva does much more damage to the plant.

It has been released in the western United States, where it has shown promise as a biocontrol agent for Scotch broom.

This could possibly hinder efforts to keep the weevil established, but further study is needed.