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Aceria cephalanthi
Buttonbush Mite
Aceria cephalanthi, commonly known as the Buttonbush Mite, is an eriophyid mite in the genus Aceria. Eriophyid mites are minute, worm-like arachnids with four legs that are specialized plant parasites. Members of this genus typically infest specific host plants, with this species associated with buttonbush (Cephalanthus). Like other eriophyids, it likely has a short development period and lives in protected areas of the plant.
Aphis cephalanthi
Buttonbush aphid
Aphis cephalanthi is a species of aphid in the family Aphididae, described by Thomas in 1878. The common name "Buttonbush aphid" reflects its association with its host plant, buttonbush (Cephalanthus species). Like other aphids in the genus Aphis, it is a sap-feeding insect with a typical aphid life cycle involving parthenogenetic reproduction during favorable conditions. The species is recognized in major taxonomic databases including GBIF, Catalogue of Life, and NCBI, though detailed biological studies appear limited in the available literature.
Darapsa versicolor
Hydrangea Sphinx
Darapsa versicolor is a sphinx moth (Sphingidae) native to eastern North America. Adults have a wingspan of 58–80 mm with green-brown forewings marked by curved white patches. The species is strongly associated with wetland habitats. Larvae feed on specific host plants including wild hydrangea, buttonbush, and water-willow.