Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
incarnata
ID:
552071

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 215 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000551403

Common Names

  • Swamp Milkweed
  • Swamp Silkweed
  • Swamp Swallow-wort

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Synonyms

  • Acerates incarnata (L.) Decne. [unknown]
  • Asclepias amoena Brongn. [illegitimate]
  • Asclepias maritima Raf. ex Decne. [unknown]
  • Asclepias incarnata longifolia A.Gray [unknown]
  • Asclepias incarnata incarnata [unknown]
  • Asclepias incarnata incarnata [unknown]

Description

Asclepias incarnata (also called Swamp Milkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to the eastern United States and Canada. It is commonly found in open woodlands, meadows, and prairies.

Uses & Benefits

Asclepias incarnata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of nectar for bees and butterflies.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Asclepias incarnata sub. pulchra (Ehrh. ex Willd.) Woodson
Asclepias incarnata sub. incarnata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asclepias incarnata has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a tuft of white silky hairs. The seedlings are small, with two oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asclepias incarnata is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into small clumps and replanted.

Where to Find Asclepias incarnata

Asclepias incarnata can be found in the eastern United States, from Maine to Florida and west to Texas.

Asclepias incarnata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asclepias incarnata?

Asclepias incarnata

What is the common name of Asclepias incarnata?

Swamp Milkweed

What is the natural habitat of Asclepias incarnata?

Moist meadows, marshes, and swamps

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,

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