Linda - Nice pattern on those wings! How cool!!! Don't think I get them here unfortunately. Enjoyed this thread and your photos!! :-)
Flame Acanthus cats...I'm hoping!
And one more shot. Oh, BTW, False Mint is a bit invasive. I don't think the TCs need worry that I won't have any in my yard in the future.
Very lovely Linda!!
He's a beaut Linda.....what is the False Mint?
Dicliptera brachiata, a native wildflower.
http://www.dallasbutterflies.com/Butterfly%20Gardening/Plant%20Pages/Dicliptera%20brachiata.htm
Thanks Linda, there's no pic ion the PlantFiles or much info, maybe you could help out...hint hint.
So, do you keep it in a pot, or how do you keep the aggressiveness of it under control?
Wonderful Linda!!!
I have been trying to find Texan Crescent egg or cats in my yard and at the ranch as they are always around - but haven't found any yet.
What is this false mint? Do you have the scientific name for it? I might try to get some of that and keep it in a tire pot or large tub.
Love the photos...those are great looking butterflies!!!
~ Cat