Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
ovalifolia
ID:
552267

Status:
valid

Authors:
Decne.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 8: 567 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000551599

Common Names

  • Ovalifolia Milkweed
  • Ovalifolia Silkweed
  • Oval-leaved Milkweed

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Description

Asclepias ovalifolia (also called Ovalifolia 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 ovalifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asclepias ovalifolia is a small, white umbel. The seed of Asclepias ovalifolia is a small, brown, oval-shaped pod. The seedlings of Asclepias ovalifolia are small, with a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asclepias ovalifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown from seed sown in spring or fall. Division can be done in spring or early summer. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soil types.

Where to Find Asclepias ovalifolia

Asclepias ovalifolia is native to the southeastern United States, from Virginia to Florida and west to Texas. It is found in moist to wet soils in open woods, meadows, and along streams.

Asclepias ovalifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asclepias ovalifolia?

Asclepias ovalifolia

What is the family of Asclepias ovalifolia?

Asclepiadaceae

What is the common name of Asclepias ovalifolia?

Oval-leaved milkweed

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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