Milkweed Tuberosa

One plant in 4.5 inch deep pot.

This is a native milkweed that attracts butterflies and bees. Grows well in arid soils. Also known as Pleurisy root, butterfly weed, butterfly milkweed, and butterfly-weed. Medicinal: Roots are a respiratory expectorant and diaphoretic. Perennial in Zones 4–9.

LIGHT PREFERENCE: Sun.

PLANT HEIGHT: 12-14 inches depending on soil fertility 

PLANT SPACING: 12-24"

HARVEST: 1/2 to 2/3 of flowers are open. If stems wilt after harvest, rehydrate and they will come back 

CAUTION: Milky sap may cause eye and skin irritation. Can be toxic if ingested. 

SOIL:Well-drained, sandy loam to poor soil.

USES:Cut flower. Borders, containers, and butterfly gardens.

SCIENTIFIC NAME:

Asclepias tuberosa