Pachliopta phlegon
NamePachliopta phlegon
Scientific NamePachliopta phlegon
Common NamesRed-bodied Swallowtail
Plant FamilyN/A - This is an insect (butterfly), not a plant.
Natural HabitatTropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia, particularly found in the Philippines, where adults feed on nectar from various flowering plants.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesN/A - This species is a butterfly and is not traditionally used as a medicinal plant.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsN/A - Not a medicinal plant.
Cultivation NotesN/A - This is a wild insect, not a cultivated plant.
Raritycommon
Description
Pachliopta phlegon is a species of swallowtail butterfly, characterized by its predominantly black wings with white markings and a distinctive red abdomen. The image depicts two individuals engaged in mating.
