Hence, I am always trying different plants even for some of the more common butterflies. In five years my butterfly garden has provided me with more than a few surprises. In addition to senna and passion vine, no garden would be complete without some type of milkweed. The results have been mixed for unknown reasons. If I had more space I would try more varieties.
Fern acacia is another good food plant to use.
The Acacia Skipper will find it no matter where you live. The caterpillars, like those of most skippers, make a nest or shelter of the leaves of the plant. With careful, patient observation these are easy to find. The Mexican Yellow also uses this plant, though it was four years before I found any caterpillars. As I stated earlier, I did not have much planting space.