Suleima helianthana

Description

Suleima helianthana, the sunflower bud moth, is a species of moth of the family Tortricidae. It is found in central North America, from Mexico to Canada. The wingspan is about 17 mm. It is a variable species. There are two generations per year. The larvae feed on Helianthus species. They tunnel into the stalks and buds of their host plant.