Orange-barred SulphurEnlarge

Closed wingEnlarge

Life Cycle of Butterflies

	CaterpillarEnlarge
ChrysalisEnlarge

Orange-barred Sulphur (Phoebis philea)

Family: Whites and Sulphurs (Pieridae)

Subfamily: Sulphur (Coliadinae)

Average Wingspan: 2 3/4" - 4"

Habitat: Gardens

Plants That Attract This Butterfly

• Nectar Plants (What is this?)
  Salvia
  
• Host Plants (What is this?)
  Wild Senna

* May not be available for purchase at your local nursery.

Note: Always check a plant's Hardiness Zone to make sure it will grow in your area. (What Is My Hardiness Zone?)

Where To Buy Plants

Butterfly Flight Range Map

Photo Credits:
Open wing - Fred Miller
Closed wing - Fred Miller
Caterpillar - Regina Cutter Edwards
Chrysalis - Fred Miller