Asclepias texana
Texas Milkweed
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Apocynaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or subshrub.
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Asclepias texana (commonly known as Texas milkweed) is a herbaceous perennial or shrub belonging to the Apocynaceae family. Originating in North America, this species is primarily associated with desert or dry shrubland conditions. The genus Asclepias is notably large, comprising more than 200 species.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Unclassified
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, South-Central U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Mexico Northeast, Texas