Butterfly Milkweed
Asclepias tuberosa
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Details & Attributes
| Plant Type(s) | Perennial |
| Native to Arizona | Yes! |
| Water Needs | Low-moderate |
| Sun | Partial shade |
| Pollinators | Butterflies |
| Has Spines | No |
| Size In relative feet, width by height |
1 × .8 |
| Freeze Tolerant | Yes |
| Flowering Season | May-September |
| Flower Color | Orange |
| Minimum Temperature Range | -30 °F |
| Leaf Description | Long, blade-like |
| Fruit | A dry capsule that stays on the stalk. |
| Longevity In years |
5 |
| View on SEINet | View SEINet Entry |
| Range Map | View SEINet Range Map |
| Elevation Range | 3000-8000 ft. |
| Description | A stout milkweed with very showy orange or yellow blooms. Found throughout Southeastern and Central Arizona in habitats ranging from wetlands, to disturbed roadsides, and openings in oak woodlands. This plant tends to die back to an underground tuber in the winter so good drainage should be provided to avoid rot. |
