Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
variegata
ID:
552523

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000551855

Common Names

  • Variegated Milkweed
  • Asclepias Variegata
  • White Milkweed

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Synonyms

  • Asclepias citrifolia Jacq. [unknown]
  • Asclepias hybrida Michx. [unknown]
  • Asclepias lindleyi Gillies ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Asclepias variegata major Hook. [unknown]
  • Asclepias variegata minor Hook. [unknown]
  • Biventraria variegata (L.) Small [unknown]

Description

Asclepias variegata (also called Variegated 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 variegata is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a food source for pollinators, such as butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asclepias variegata has small, greenish-white flowers that are clustered in umbels. The seed pods are 3-4 cm long and contain numerous small, brown seeds. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asclepias variegata is a perennial herb native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures.

Where to Find Asclepias variegata

Asclepias variegata is native to North America and can be found in dry, sandy soils.

Asclepias variegata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asclepias variegata?

Asclepias variegata

What is the common name of Asclepias variegata?

Variegated Milkweed

What is the natural habitat of Asclepias variegata?

Dry, sandy soils in woodlands, fields, and roadsides

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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