Asclepias meadii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
meadii
ID:
552189
Status:
valid
Authors:
Torr. ex A.Gray
Source:
cmp
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Manual , ed. 2(Add.): 704 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000551521
Common Names
- Asclepias Meadii
- Meadii Asclepias
- Mead's Milkweed
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Asclepias meadii (also called Mead's Milkweed, among many other common names) is an erect perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in dry, open woods, prairies, and roadsides. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and clusters of small, pinkish-purple flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Asclepias meadii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Asclepias meadii 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Asclepias meadii 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 meadii
Asclepias meadii is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and open woodlands.
Asclepias meadii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asclepias meadii?
Asclepias meadii
What is the common name of Asclepias meadii?
Mead's Milkweed
What is the natural habitat of Asclepias meadii?
Dry, open woods and grassy slopes
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-2654963: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.