Case Moth larvae on Jointed Cherry, Exocarpus aphyllus, at Copley, in November.

Case Moth larvae on Jointed Cherry, Exocarpus aphyllus, at Copley, in November.

The semi-parasitic Jointed Cherry, Exocarpus aphyllus, flowering on the Copley Commons in November. Flowers approximately 2mm. Host to Case Moth larvae.


Known as the Leafless or Jointed Cherry, Exocarpus aphyllus grows in sand and rocky slopes such as Acacia Ridge at Arkaroola. Small berries are edible.
