Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
crispa
ID:
551902

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Bergius

Source:
cmp

Year:
1767

Citation Micro:
Descr. Pl. Cap. : 75 (1767)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000551234



Common Names

  • Crispa Milkweed
  • Asclepias crispa
  • Crispa Silkweed


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Synonyms

  • Asclepias pseudocrispa Schltr. [unknown]
  • Asclepias repanda Forssk. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Asclepias sabulosa Schltr. [unknown]
  • Asclepias sinuosa Burm.f. [unknown]
  • Gomphocarpus arenarius Schltr. [unknown]
  • Gomphocarpus crispus (P.J.Bergius) W.T.Aiton [unknown]
  • Pachycarpus crispus (P.J.Bergius) E.Mey. [unknown]
  • Xysmalobium crispum (P.J.Bergius) D.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Gomphocarpus crispus (P.J.Bergius) W.T.Aiton [unknown]

Description

Asclepias crispa (also called Curly Milkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the United States and Mexico. It grows in open woodlands, prairies, and along roadsides. It has curly, lance-shaped leaves and produces clusters of pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Asclepias crispa is used as an ornamental plant and is often planted in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for bees and butterflies.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Asclepias crispa var. crispa
Asclepias crispa var. plana N.E.Br.
Asclepias crispa var. pseudocrispa N.E.Br.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asclepias crispa is a small, greenish-white umbel of five to ten flowers. The seed is a small, flat, brownish-black seed with a white tuft of hairs. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asclepias crispa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost. It is best to sow the seeds in the fall or early spring. Division can be done in the spring or fall. It is best to divide the plants every 3-4 years to keep them healthy.

Where to Find Asclepias crispa

Asclepias crispa can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia.

Asclepias crispa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asclepias crispa?

Asclepias crispa

What is the common name of Asclepias crispa?

Crisped Milkweed

What is the natural habitat of Asclepias crispa?

Dry, rocky, open woods and prairies

Species in the Asclepias genus

Asclepias elegantula, Asclepias adscendens, Asclepias aequicornu, Asclepias albens, Asclepias albicans, Asclepias amabilis, Asclepias ameliae, Asclepias amplexicaulis, Asclepias angustifolia, Asclepias apocynifolia, Asclepias arenaria, Asclepias asperula, Asclepias atroviolacea, Asclepias aurea, Asclepias auriculata, Asclepias barjoniifolia, Asclepias bartlettiana, Asclepias baumii, Asclepias bicuspis, Asclepias bifida, Asclepias boliviensis, Asclepias brachystephana, Asclepias bracteolata, Asclepias brevicuspis, Asclepias brevipes, Asclepias bridgesii, Asclepias buchwaldii, Asclepias californica, Asclepias candida, Asclepias cinerea, Asclepias circinalis, Asclepias compressidens, Asclepias concinna, Asclepias connivens, Asclepias constricta, Asclepias conzattii, Asclepias cooperi, Asclepias cordifolia, Asclepias coulteri, Asclepias crassinervis, Asclepias crispa, Asclepias crocea, Asclepias cryptoceras, Asclepias cucullata, Asclepias cultriformis, Asclepias curassavica, Asclepias curtissii, Asclepias cutleri, Asclepias densiflora, Asclepias dependens,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2654702: Based on the initial data import
Peter Jonas Bergius (1730-1790): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Bergius' in the authors string.