stiff flat-sedge
Cyperus vaginatus
Nectar
Host
This subspecies is reasonably common, and is common in many suburban gardens. Caterpillars feed on native and introduced grasses.
You can learn a lot more about this butterfly on this research-quality website (now managed by the BCSA)
Key Facts
| Family: | hesperiidae |
| Size (Male): | 20mm |
| Size (Female): | 20mm |
| Mature Larva Length: | 23mm |
| Months of Flight: | jan, feb, mar, apr, may, sep, oct, nov, dec |
| Abundance: | common |
| Alternate Names: | Greenish Grass-Dart |
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Favoured Plants
Plants for attracting this butterfly to your garden
