Asclepias latifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
latifolia
ID:
552122
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Torr.) Raf.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Atlantic J. 1: 146 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000551454
Common Names
- Broad-leaf Milkweed
- Broad-leaf Silkweed
- Broad-leaf Swallow-wort
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- Otanema latifolia (Torr.) Raf. [unknown]
- Asclepias jamesii Torr. [unknown]
- Asclepias latifolia Britton [unknown]
- Asclepias obtusifolia latifolia Torr. [unknown]
Description
Asclepias latifolia (also called Broadleaf Milkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has broad, lanceolate leaves and produces white flowers with yellow-orange centers. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Asclepias latifolia is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of nectar for bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Asclepias latifolia is a small, greenish-white umbel with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedling is a small, grass-like plant with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Asclepias latifolia is a perennial plant that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division can be done in the fall or spring.
Where to Find Asclepias latifolia
Asclepias latifolia is native to the United States.
Asclepias latifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asclepias latifolia?
Asclepias latifolia
What type of plant is Asclepias latifolia?
Asclepias latifolia is a species of milkweed.
Where is Asclepias latifolia native to?
Asclepias latifolia is native to the United States.
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-2654902: Based on the initial data import
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
Constantine Samuel Rafinesque (1783-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raf.' in the authors string.