Caryocolum cauligenella is a moth of the Gelechiidae family. It is found in most of Europe, except Ireland, Great Britain, Norway and most of the Balkan Peninsula. The wingspan is 11–13 mm. The forewings are dark brown, flecked with cream. There are three indistinct white transverse fasciae at one-quarter, one-half and four-fifths, mottled with light brown. Adults are on wing in June.