Parapoynx maculalis

(Clemens, 1860)
Polymorphic Pondweed

Sort #: 1618 | P #: 801318 | MPG #: 4759 | PFG Page #: 156
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Larval substrate: Various aquatic plants, incl. Nelumbo lutea (American Lotus), Nymphaea odorata (White Waterlily)
Phenology: Adult: 5/19 to 9/23 (378 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, very common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1903
Last Year Reported: 2025

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes
Number of Records: 409