Caterpillars have chewing mouthparts. Adults have siphoning mouths. Caterpillars feed on Canna species. They feed inside the rolled leaves through much of their development. Leaves become tattered and often malformed as terminal growth becomes tangles in rolled leaves.
Adults are active, powerful flyers, and sip nectar from a many types of flowers.
Feeding activities cause these ornamental plants to look unsightly. For additional information, contact your local Texas extension service agent, or search for other state extension service offices.