Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
macvaughii
ID:
552177

Status:
valid

Authors:
Woodson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. xli. 197 (1954).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000551509

Common Names

  • Asclepias Macvaughii
  • Macvaughii Asclepias
  • Macvaugh's Milkweed

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Description

Asclepias macvaughii (also called Macvaugh's Milkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has long, linear leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, open areas such as prairies, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Asclepias macvaughii is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asclepias macvaughii 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 macvaughii 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 macvaughii

Asclepias macvaughii is native to the eastern United States and can be found in moist meadows, prairies, and woodlands. It is also found in parts of Canada.

Asclepias macvaughii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asclepias macvaughii?

Asclepias macvaughii

What type of plant is Asclepias macvaughii?

Asclepias macvaughii is a species of milkweed.

Where is Asclepias macvaughii native to?

Asclepias macvaughii is native to Mexico.

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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