Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
elegantula
ID:
509097

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fishbein

Source:
cmp

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Novon 18: 43 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508429

Common Names

  • Asclepias elegantula
  • Elegantula Asclepias
  • Asclepias

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Description

Asclepias elegantula (also called Elegant Milkweed, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It grows in dry habitats such as deserts and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Asclepias elegantula is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to Mexico and the United States. Non-medical uses of this plant include use as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and as a source of fiber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asclepias elegantula is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asclepias elegantula is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Pruning should be done after flowering to maintain a compact shape.

Where to Find Asclepias elegantula

Asclepias elegantula can be found in the United States, primarily in the western states.

Asclepias elegantula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asclepias elegantula?

Asclepias elegantula

What is the common name of Asclepias elegantula?

N/A

What is the natural habitat of Asclepias elegantula?

Dry open woodlands and grasslands

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-2606253: Based on the initial data import
Mark Fishbein (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fishbein' in the authors string.