Platynota flavedana

Clemens, 1860
Black-shaded Platynota

Sort #: 582 | P #: 510443 | MPG #: 3732
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Larval substrate: Many shrubs and herbaceous plants, incl. Acer (Maple), Rhododendron (Azalea), Rubus (Blackberry), Helianthus sp. (Sunflower), Rosa (Rose), Sassafras, Rumex (Dock), Malus (Apple)
Phenology: Adult: 6/01 to 11/15 (126 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, very common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1905
Last Year Reported: 2025

Distribution by County: Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 144