Description
A natural host for the painted lady butterfly, this plant provides an excellent opportunity for scientific inquiry. Students can explore such questions as:
- Will caterpillars prefer the host plant to artificial diet?
- Is rate of development different on different plants?
- Are painted lady butterfllies particular about where they lay their eggs?
Note: A single mallow plant is not sufficient to feed larvae to adulthood. For raising larvae, use our Painted Lady Culture Medium (item #144043).