Butterflying South Texas

Emperors are especially attracted to
Allowissadula lozanii.

Tawny Emperor on Allowissadula.

Flowers of Allowissadula lozanii open in late afternoon, and are not the object of attention by the myriad of butterflies that hang-out on the plant throughout the day. They are probably gathering exudates fromthe stems and leaves.

Other butterflies that have been seen on this plant include: Mexican Bluewing; Phaon Crescent & unidentified Hairstreak.