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Swamp milkweed -seeds
Swamp milkweed - 30 seeds
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Swamp milkweed - Seeds

Asclepias incarnata

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The Swamp milkweed, mexican milkweed or soldier's milkweed is a shrub whose attractive and fragrant flowers attract Monarch butterflies, making it an ideal plant for gardens. These butterflies lay their eggs on the plant, and the caterpillars feed on it. Its flowers vary in color, from dark purple to soft pink, although white-flowered varieties can also be found.

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The Mexican milkweed, swamp milkweed or soldier's milkweed is a shrub with attractive and fragrant flowers that also attract Monarch butterflies, making it an ideal plant for gardens and balconies. These butterflies lay their eggs on it, and the caterpillars feed on the plant. Its flowers vary in color, from dark purple to soft pink, although white-flowered varieties can also be found.

The species Asclepias incarnata belongs to the genus Asclepias, which includes around 150 species. Specifically, Mexican milkweed originates in North America, but it can also be found in northern Africa.

Swamp milkweed can reach between 100 and 150 cm in height, with thick, fleshy, white-colored roots. These roots are adapted to thrive in dense, moist soils with low oxygen levels. It is usually found growing wild along the edges of ponds, streams, and lakes. Its leaves are green, narrow, elongated, and pointed at the tip.

  • Reference
    Asclepias incarnata
  • Condition
    New

  • Family
    Apocynaceae
  • Solar exposition
    Semisombra
    Sol
  • Watering
    Medium
  • Frost resistance
    Medium
  • Planting time
    April
    March
    May
    November
    October
    September
  • Hardiness (USDA)
    3
    4
    5
    6
    7
    8
  • Lifecycle
    Perennial
  • Flower color
    Rose / Fuchsia
  • Foliage
    Deciduous
  • Spacing
    60-90 cm
  • Height
  • Cut flower
    Sí
  • Biodiversity
    Yes
  • Special treatment
    Requires stratification

Planting time

Ene Feb Mar Abr May Jun Jul Ago Sep Oct Nov Dic
Siembra recomendada Fuera de temporada

Data sheet

  • Family
    Apocynaceae
  • Solar exposition
    Semisombra, Sol
  • Watering
    Medium
  • Frost resistance
    Medium
  • Hardiness (USDA)
    3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
  • Lifecycle
    Perennial
  • Flower color
    Rose / Fuchsia
  • Foliage
    Deciduous
  • Spacing
    60-90 cm
  • Height
  • Cut flower
    Sí
  • Biodiversity
    Yes
  • Special treatment
    Requires stratification
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