The Milkweeds of Texas: Nature’s Butterfly Cafe
Zizotes Milkweed (Asclepias oenotheroides)
Native to South Texas, this milkweed sports intricate, purple-tinged flowers and is a particular favorite of the Queen butterfly.
Texas Milkweed (Asclepias texana)
As the name suggests, this milkweed is endemic to Texas and is characterized by its white to pale pink flowers. It’s commonly found in woodlands and along riverbanks.
Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa)
This vibrant, orange-flowered species prefers sandy or rocky soils and is often found in the Texas Hill Country. Unlike other milkweeds, this one lacks the milky sap that gives the group its name.
