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Category: Larval Host Plants

Vascular plants that are required by the larva of Butterflies (Papilionoidea)

How Do You Make Native American “Black Drink Tea”?

by JohnnyHolly (Ilex), Holly (Ilex)Posted on June 6, 2023June 6, 2023No Comments

The Native American Black Drink, also known as Asi or Cassina, is a traditional beverage made from the leaves of the Black Drink Holly plant (Ilex nigrumpotum), formerly known as Yaupon.

What is the Larval Host Plant of the Tiger Swallowtail?

by JohnnyButterfly Farming, Eastern Tiger Swallowtail, Larval Host Plants, Swallowtails (Papilionidae)Posted on May 27, 2023May 27, 2023No Comments

Sweetbay Magnolia (Magnolia virginiana) and the Tulip Tree (Liriodendron tulipifera) are commonly utilized by Eastern Tiger Swallowtail caterpillars.

How Can an Herbarium Help Me Identify Milkweed?

by JohnnyLarval Host Plants, Milkweeds (Asclepias)Posted on May 27, 2023May 27, 2023No Comments

While herbaria primarily consist of dried plant samples, they can still be a valuable resource for identifying milkweed or any other plant species.

In Which U.S. States are Sandhill Milkweed Native?

by JohnnyButterfly Farming, Larval Host Plants, Milkweeds (Asclepias), Sandhill Milkweed (Asclepias humistrata)Posted on May 27, 2023May 27, 2023No Comments

Sandhill Milkweed is adapted to well-drained soils and can tolerate dry conditions, making it well-suited to the sandy environments found in these southeastern states.

In Which U.S. States are Aquatic Milkweed (Asclepias Perennis) Native?

by JohnnyAquatic Milkweed (Asclepias perennis), Larval Host PlantsPosted on May 27, 2023May 27, 2023No Comments

The Aquatic Milkweed native range includes Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.

What is the Larval Host Plant for an Eastern Giant Swallowtail Butterfly?

by JohnnyEastern Giant Swallowtail (Papilio cresphontes), Larval Host Plants, Wild Lime (Zanthoxylum fagara)Posted on May 26, 2023May 26, 2023No Comments

The caterpillars of this butterfly species feed on various Citrus trees, including Lemon (Citrus limon), Lime (Citrus aurantifolia), Orange (Citrus sinensis), Grapefruit (Citrus × paradisi), and other related species.

What is a Larval Host Plant?

by JohnnyButterfly Farming, Larval Host PlantsPosted on May 24, 2023May 24, 2023No Comments

A “larval host plant” refers to a plant species that serves as a food source for the larvae of certain insects or butterflies.

Benefits of Growing Purple Passionvine (Passiflora Incarnata) in the Yard or Garden

by JohnnyButterfly Farming, Larval Host Plants, Passionvines, Purple Passionvine (Passiflora incarnata)Posted on May 24, 2023No Comments

Growing Passiflora incarnata, or Maypop, in your yard or garden can offer several benefits from ornamental to medical.

How Can I Find My Local, Native Milkweed Species?

by JohnnyButterfly Farming, Milkweeds (Asclepias)Posted on May 23, 2023May 23, 2023No Comments

It’s important to identify the species native to your region to support local biodiversity and provide the best habitat for monarch butterflies and other pollinators… one day at a time!

Maypop Purple Passionvine

by JohnnyButterflies (Papilionoidea), Butterfly Farming, Larval Host Plants, PassionvinesPosted on May 23, 2023May 24, 2023No Comments

The Maypop Purple Passionvine is a delightful addition to gardens, providing both visual appeal and potential fruit harvest.

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