Monarch Butterfly Milkweed Leaves. Photo by kathy augustine. 5th instar monarch larvae are voracious and quickly consume entire leaves.
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The monarch butterfly or simply monarch danaus plexippus is a milkweed butterfly subfamily danainae in the family nymphalidae. The winner is the asclepias incarnata common name. Other common names depending on region include milkweed common tiger wanderer and black veined brown.
Monarch caterpillars feed exclusively on the leaves of milkweed the only host plant for this iconic butterfly species.
Devastating damage to many tree plant leaves and flowers included in urban landscapes. Common milkweed pest and butterfly garden ornamentals including zinnias butterfly bush. June 30 five eggs brought inside photos only show four. Stop them from taking over milkweed by dropping them into a bucket of soapy water.
