Asclepias - Wikipedia
Asclepias is a genus of herbaceous, perennial, flowering plants known as milkweeds, named for their latex, a milky substance containing cardiac glycosides termed cardenolides, exuded where cells are damaged. [4][5][6] Most species are toxic to humans and many other species, primarily due to the presence of cardenolides.
How to Grow and Care for Common Milkweed - The Spruce
2024年9月13日 · Common milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) is a native herbaceous perennial that appeals to butterflies —especially the monarch butterfly. Asclepias is the only plant family that serves as the host plant for monarch butterfly egg-laying. The monarch larvae, the hatchling caterpillars, feed exclusively on the thick, long milkweed leaves.
Milkweed Flowers: Planting, Growing, and Caring for Milkweed
Milkweed (Asclepias) is a native wildflower we should all grow for the butterflies—specifically Monarchs! The Old Farmer’s Almanac will help you choose your milkweed plants, explain when and how to plant, and instruct you on after-season care. Several popular species are suited for cultivation in the garden.
Don't Make This Mistake When You Plant Milkweed (A How-To …
2017年2月17日 · There are 140 species of milkweed, but only a quarter of them are known to be important host plants for monarchs and even less are available commercially for planting. How can you help these butterflies along the way? By growing your own milkweed—but more importantly, the right kind of milkweed.
Milkweed | Description, Major Species, & Facts | Britannica
Milkweed, genus of about 140 species of herbaceous perennial plants in the dogbane family (Apocynaceae). Milkweeds are found throughout North and South America, and several are cultivated as ornamentals. Learn more about milkweed species and characteristics in this article.
Grow Milkweed, Save Monarch Butterflies: A Step-by-Step Guide
Milkweed, a vital plant in the Asclepias genus, is renowned for its crucial role in supporting monarch butterflies by providing a breeding ground and food source for their larvae. Featuring clusters of intricate flowers ranging from pink to orange, this native plant thrives in diverse habitats, contributing to ecological health and biodiversity.
milkweed - 百度百科
milkweed /ˈmɪlkˌwiːd/ 1.N any plant of the mostly North American genus Asclepias, having milky sap and pointed pods that split open to release tufted seeds: family Asclepiadaceae 乳草属植物 (Also called silkweed) → see also asclepias [1]
How to Grow and Care for Milkweed Plants – TN Nursery
2024年10月7日 · Milkweed Plant (Asclepias Incarnata) The Asclepias Incarnata variety of Milkweed is a flowering perennial that, in addition to its ornate floral growths, is highly beneficial for local ecosystems. Today, we will examine this truly stunning and unique plant.
Milkweed 101! (UPDATED Guide for 2024) - Bird Watching HQ
Learn everything you need to know about milkweed! Includes HOW & WHY you should grow, the best types that attract Monarchs, and WHERE to find milkweed!
Asclepias (Milkweed) - Gardenia
Asclepias, commonly known as milkweed, is a genus of herbaceous perennial flowering plants belonging to the dogbane family Apocynaceae (formerly in Asclepiadaceae). These plants are adorned with clusters of small, interestingly shaped flowers in …