Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
connivens
ID:
551877

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baldwin ex Elliott

Source:
cmp

Year:
1817

Citation Micro:
Sketch Bot. S. Carolina 1: 320 (1817)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000551209

Common Names

  • Connivens Milkweed
  • Asclepias connivens
  • Connivens Silkweed

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Synonyms

  • Anantherix connivens (Baldwin ex Elliott) Feay [unknown]
  • Anantherix paniculata Nutt. [unknown]
  • Anantherix torreyana G.Don [unknown]
  • Anantherix verrucosa Raf. [unknown]
  • Anantherix viridis (Elliott) Nutt. [unknown]
  • Acerates connivens (Baldwin ex Elliott) Decne. [unknown]
  • Asclepiodora viridis (Elliott) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Asclepiodora viridis angustior A.Gray [unknown]
  • Podostigma viridis Elliott [unknown]

Description

Asclepias connivens (also called Conniving Milkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a single stem with a rosette of leaves near the base and a terminal inflorescence of white flowers. It grows in open woodlands and along roadsides in its native range.

Uses & Benefits

Asclepias connivens is used as a source of nectar for butterflies and other pollinators, and its foliage is eaten by some species of caterpillars. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asclepias connivens is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asclepias connivens is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost. It is best to sow the seeds in the fall or early spring. Division can be done in the spring or fall. It is best to divide the plants every 3-4 years to keep them healthy.

Where to Find Asclepias connivens

Asclepias connivens can be found in the southeastern United States, from Florida to Texas and north to Missouri and Illinois.

Asclepias connivens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asclepias connivens?

Asclepias connivens

What is the common name of Asclepias connivens?

Nodding Milkweed

What is the natural habitat of Asclepias connivens?

Dry, rocky, open woods and prairies

Species in the Asclepias genus

Asclepias elegantula, Asclepias adscendens, Asclepias aequicornu, Asclepias albens, Asclepias albicans, Asclepias amabilis, Asclepias ameliae, Asclepias amplexicaulis, Asclepias angustifolia, Asclepias apocynifolia, Asclepias arenaria, Asclepias asperula, Asclepias atroviolacea, Asclepias aurea, Asclepias auriculata, Asclepias barjoniifolia, Asclepias bartlettiana, Asclepias baumii, Asclepias bicuspis, Asclepias bifida, Asclepias boliviensis, Asclepias brachystephana, Asclepias bracteolata, Asclepias brevicuspis, Asclepias brevipes, Asclepias bridgesii, Asclepias buchwaldii, Asclepias californica, Asclepias candida, Asclepias cinerea, Asclepias circinalis, Asclepias compressidens, Asclepias concinna, Asclepias connivens, Asclepias constricta, Asclepias conzattii, Asclepias cooperi, Asclepias cordifolia, Asclepias coulteri, Asclepias crassinervis, Asclepias crispa, Asclepias crocea, Asclepias cryptoceras, Asclepias cucullata, Asclepias cultriformis, Asclepias curassavica, Asclepias curtissii, Asclepias cutleri, Asclepias densiflora, Asclepias dependens,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2654680: Based on the initial data import
Stephen Elliott (1771-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Elliott' in the authors string.
William Baldwin (1779-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baldwin' in the authors string.