Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
erosa
ID:
551972

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1858

Citation Micro:
Rep. U.S. Mex. Bound. 2(1): 162 (1858)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000551304

Common Names

  • Asclepias Erosa
  • Erosa Asclepias
  • Desert Milkweed

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Synonyms

  • Asclepias demissa Greene [unknown]
  • Asclepias erosa obtusa (A.Gray) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Asclepias leucophylla Engelm. [unknown]
  • Asclepias leucophylla obtusa A.Gray [unknown]
  • Asclepias obtusata Greene [unknown]
  • Asclepias rothrockii Greene [unknown]

Description

Asclepias erosa (also called Desert Milkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the United States and Mexico. It grows in open woodlands, prairies, and along roadsides. It has lance-shaped leaves and produces clusters of pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Asclepias erosa has been used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used as a source of nectar for bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asclepias erosa has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seed pods are slender and curved, and the seeds are small and brown. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asclepias erosa is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils.

Where to Find Asclepias erosa

Asclepias erosa can be found in the southwestern United States, from California to Texas.

Asclepias erosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asclepias erosa?

Asclepias erosa

What is the common name of Asclepias erosa?

Erose milkweed

What is the natural habitat of Asclepias erosa?

Asclepias erosa is native to California and is found in dry, open areas

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-2654767: Based on the initial data import
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.