Aquatic Milkweed
Asclepias perennis
Description
Aquatic Milkweed is a herbaceous perennial plant native to the southeastern United States. It is often found in wet habitats such as marshes, swamps, and along stream banks. This plant is known for attracting butterflies, particularly monarchs, as it serves as a larval host plant and nectar source.
- Life Cycle
- perennial
- Height
- 2 to 3 feet
- Sun Exposure
- Partial sun to full sun
- Bloom Months
- June, July, August
- Bloom Color
- Bloom Description
- The plant produces clusters of small, white or pale pink flowers.