Schinia spinosae

(Guenée, 1852)
Spinose Flower Moth

Sort #: 2590 | P #: 932129 | MPG #: 11104
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Larval substrate: Polygonella articulata (Coastal Jointed Knotweed)
Phenology: Adult: 8/22 to 10/02 (64 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Fairly widespread, uncommon
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1883
Last Year Reported: 2025

Distribution by County: Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 105