Parasa flora
Common NameParasa flora
Scientific NameParasa flora
FamilyLimacodidae
SubfamilyLimacodinae
Wingspan (mm)25
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorsgreen, brown
HabitatForests, woodlands, orchards, tea plantations
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., India, Sri Lanka, China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea)
Host PlantsCamellia sinensis, Castanea crenata, Quercus, Prunus, Malus
Flight PeriodMultiple broods throughout warmer months (e.g., May to October in temperate regions, year-round in tropical areas)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are slug-like, often green with yellow or red markings, and may possess stinging hairs. They feed on leaves and pupate in a hard, oval cocoon, often attached to twigs.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its bright green forewings with a prominent, wavy dark brown border. The squat, triangular resting posture is typical of slug moths.
Description
A small, vibrant green moth with a distinctive wavy dark brown border along the hind margin of the forewings, and a green head and thorax.
