Parnassius maximinus
Image: Frans Slieker (cc-by)
NameParnassius maximinus
Scientific NameParnassius maximinus Staudinger, 1891
Plant FamilyN/A - This is an insect, not a plant.
Natural HabitatHigh-altitude mountainous regions, specifically noted in the Tian Shan Mountains of Uzbekistan, at elevations of 2200-2300 meters. Its larvae feed on specific host plants in these environments.
Parts Used
Medicinal Actions
Traditional UsesThis is a butterfly, not a plant, and therefore has no traditional medicinal uses as an herb. Its primary significance is entomological and ecological.
Preparation Methods
Contraindications & WarningsNot applicable, as this is an insect and not used as a medicinal plant.
Cultivation NotesNot applicable, as this is an insect and not cultivated as a medicinal plant. Its life cycle and survival depend on specific high-altitude ecosystems and host plants.
Rarityuncommon
Description
Parnassius maximinus is a species of butterfly, not a plant. The image displays a pinned specimen of this butterfly, characterized by its pale, semi-transparent wings with black markings and distinctive orange-red spots on the hindwings. It was collected in Uzbekistan, Tian Shan Mountains.
