Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
vinosa
ID:
552549

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Fourn.) Woodson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 41: 169 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000551881



Common Names

  • Asclepias vinosa
  • Zigzag Milkweed
  • Vine Milkweed


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Synonyms

  • Acerates vinosa E.Fourn. [unknown]

Description

Asclepias vinosa (also called Vine Milkweed, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has long, linear leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, open areas such as prairies, meadows, and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Asclepias vinosa has been used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asclepias vinosa has small, greenish-white flowers that are clustered in umbels. The seed pods are 3-4 cm long and contain numerous small, brown seeds. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asclepias vinosa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Plants should be spaced 1-2 feet apart.

Where to Find Asclepias vinosa

Asclepias vinosa is native to North America and can be found in dry, sandy soils.

Asclepias vinosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asclepias vinosa?

Asclepias vinosa

What is the common name of Asclepias vinosa?

Vine Milkweed

What is the natural habitat of Asclepias vinosa?

Dry, sandy soils in woodlands, fields, and roadsides

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-2655291: Based on the initial data import
Robert Everard Woodson (1904-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Woodson' in the authors string.
Eugène Pierre Nicolas Fournier (1834-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Fourn.' in the authors string.