Tropical Milkweed is an upright evergreen sub-shrub, known for its long-blooming season and popularity amongst wildlife. This plant bears clusters of red-orange flowers, which are a main food source for Monarchs. These flowers are lightly scented and provide amazing eye-catching color to gardens.
Asclepia curassavica (Tropical Milkweed)
Asclepia curassavica
Tropical Milkweed
Tropical Milkweed is an upright evergreen sub-shrub, known for its long-blooming season and popularity amongst wildlife. This plant bears clusters of red-orange flowers, which are a main food source for Monarchs. These flowers are lightly scented and provide amazing eye-catching color to gardens.
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Water Needs | Average, High |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 10 (30°F)Zone 11 (40°F)Zone 9 (20° F) |
| Flower Color | Red, Orange |
| Flower Season | Summer, Fall |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Height | 2-3ft |
| Spread | 1-2ft |
| Characteristics | Evergreen, Fragrant, Great Foliage, Showy |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Pollinators, Wildlife |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Edging, Patio and Containers |
| Tolerance | Deer, Dry Soil, Wet Soil |
| Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
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