Common Milkweed

Common milkweed, Asclepias syriaca

Clusters of up to 100 rose pink 5 petaled flowers on long stalks.



  • Scientific Name: Asclepias syriaca

  • Plant Height: 3 - 6 feet

  • Flower Size: 0.33 inch

  • Fun Facts: The floss in the seed pods was used in life vests in World War II. The floss is used for blankets and pillows today. The entire plant is poisonous.

  • Flower Color: Pink

  • Bloom Time: June, July, August

  • Petal: 5

  • Leaf: Hairy, Opposite

  • Stem: Furry, Unbranched

  • Environment: Dry, Sun

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