Milkweeds are absolutely required by Monarch, Queen and Soldier Butterflies!
Butterflyweed are native to much of North America. Also known as Orange Butterfly Milkweed, Asclepias Tuberosa is a perfect addition to any garden or Monarch waystation from Montréal to Mexico. The most economical and reliable way to establish Asclepias Tuberosa is through propagation by seed germination. To germinate Asclepias Tuberosa, […]
In botany, “anemochory” is a term for seeds, spores, or fruit which are dispersed by the wind. It is from the Greek words anemo- (“wind”) + -chory (“seed dispersal”).
The entire Milkweed plant, including its leaves, stems, flowers, and milky sap, contains toxic compounds known as cardenolides.
Johnny lists the states and provinces of North America where Common Mikweed is common.
In Canada, there are several species of Milkweed that can be found. Here are some of the known Asclepias species in Canada
Asclepias curassavica, commonly known as Tropical Milkweed, Mexican Butterflyweed, Bloodflower, or Scarlet Milkweed, is technically native to the Neotropical Realm, which includes several countries in the Americas and the state of Florida in the United States. Tropical Milkweed’s native range includes the following continents (and countries, states): 1. North America […]
Asclepias curassavica, commonly known as Tropical Milkweed, Mexican Butterflyweed, or Bloodflower, is native to several countries in the Americas, including Mexico. In Mexico, Asclepias curassavica is native to the following states: 1. Baja California 2. Baja California Sur 3. Sonora 4. Sinaloa 5. Nayarit 6. Jalisco 7. Colima 8. Michoacán […]
There are a handful of U.S. States which have listed Milkweed species (Asclepias) in some form. There are also federally-listed Milkweed species which applies to many states. Johnny Butterflyseed has gathered some answers for you. Quick Answer Any U.S. state with native prairieland will likely have endangered Milkweed, due to […]