Very similar to I. alyssumata , it is distinguished by thicker antennae and the more marked presence of the antemedian spot on the upper edge of the wings. Widespread in Spain from where it is described, it is found in France, locally, in the Pyrénées-Orientales and also forms an isolate in Ardèche. Inhabiting xeric wastelands, it has often been seen perched on walls. The first states were described by Millière who raised it with petals of Lobularia maritima . It also accepts petals of Asteraceae .
No protection and/or heritage status for this species.