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Hartweg's Twinevine, Vine Milkweed

Funastrum heterophyllum

Details & Attributes


Plant Type(s) Vine
Native to Arizona Yes!
Water Needs Low
Sun Partial sun
Pollinators Butterflies
Size
In relative feet, width by height
up to 10' - 15'
Flowering Season February - September
Flower Color White / pink
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Description A beautiful plant with clustered flowers. This plant acts as a host for Queen butterflies, and birds will use it as nesting material and eat the seeds. If growing from seed, soak seeds for 24 - 48 hours prior to planting. The sap can irritate skin.