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Asclepias tuberosa (Butterflyweed) | |||
Latin Name: Asclepias tuberosa Common Name: Butterflyweed Communities: Dry Prairie PlantTypes: Forb Sun: Sun Height: 1-2 Ft Color: Orange Flower Season: June-July Seed Cost per Ounce: $38.00 Seed Cost per Pound: $570.00 USDA: Asclepias tuberosa Notes: Asclepias tuberosa or commonly known as Butterflyweed, as its name indicates, this resident of well-drained prairies is very attractive to butterflies. Clusters of vivid orange flowers appear from June through August. Requires excellent drainage and full sun. Breaks dormancy late. |
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