Asclepias brachystephana
Bract Milkweed, Short Crowned Milkweed
Other regional names: Shortcrown Milkweed
- Shortcrown Milkweed
Also known as: Asclepiodora circinalis E.Fourn.
- Asclepiodora circinalis E.Fourn.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Apocynaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.
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Originating in North America, Asclepias brachystephana (commonly known as Bract Milkweed or Short-Crowned Milkweed) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Apocynaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with desert or dry shrubland conditions.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, South-Central U.S.A., Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Arizona, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest, Mexico Southwest, New Mexico, Texas