Florida White
Common NameFlorida White
Scientific NameAppias drusilla
FamilyPieridae
SubfamilyPierinae
Wingspan (mm)45
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorswhite, pale yellow
HabitatTropical forests, open woodlands, forest edges, gardens, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeSouthern Florida, Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, South America
Host PlantsCapparis spp., Jamaican Caper, Limber Caper
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical areas; spring to fall in Florida
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid singly on host plant leaves. Caterpillars are green with a pale lateral stripe and feed on Capparaceae. Pupae are green or brown.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its pure white wings with minimal to no markings, especially on the underside. Males are typically pure white, while females may have a slight yellowish tint. Lacks the black wing tips or spots common in other white butterflies.
Description
A medium-sized butterfly with pure white wings, often with a faint pale yellow wash at the base of the hindwings, and a slender, pale body.
