Western Green Hairstreak
Callophrys eryphon
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Small butterfly with green underside and iridescent blue spots. Larvae feed on California buckwheat and other drought-tolerant natives; excellent native garden pollinator.
Plants that support Western Green Hairstreak
5 plants
Bitter Cherry
Prunus emarginata
tree
Larval host plant in spring; supports early broods
Bay Area nativeKeystone species
Huckleberry
Vaccinium ovatum
shrub
Larvae feed on developing buds and flowers in spring
Bay Area nativeKeystone species
Scouler's Willow
Salix scouleriana
shrub
Early season butterfly visitor
Bay Area nativeKeystone species