Sharma, K.K. 1991 Laboratory rearing of Kerria lacca (Kerr) (Homoptera: Coccoidea: Tachardiidae) on the fruits of pumpkin, Cucurbita moschata.. Current Science 61(8): 544-545.

Notes: Abstract: Indian lac insect, known for the commercial value of its secretions such as resin, wax and dye, requires plant hosts for its propagation; attempts to rear it on synthetic diet have been unsuccessful; in this experiment, they have been reared on pumpkin for the first time.