Perennials: Asclepias syriaca
Botanical name: Asclepias syriaca
Common name: Common Milkweed
also known as ('Cottonweed', 'Silkweed')
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at a glance
| Soil: | damp, neutral, loam |
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| Sun: | |
| Zones: | 1a thru 10b |
| Care: |
average
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| Lifespan: |
perennial
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| Category: | |
| Attributes: |
invasive, butterfly attracting |
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description for "Perennials: Asclepias syriaca"
Milkweed is more of weed than a plant used in gardening. Normally found alongside roadways and open habitats, its name derives from the white milky substance found in the stems. It will produce lavender/pink flower clusters and can attract butterflies. Not widely available at retail, it will self seed in the above mentioned habitats. Edited by S. Derr
History:
Native to Eastern United States
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