Texas Milkweed
Asclepias texana
— Apocynaceae (Dogbane / Milkweed Family)
Texas Milkweed
Asclepias texana
Plant Ecoregion Distribution Map
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Edwards Plateau, Chihuahuan Deserts
Authoritative Data Sources
Botanical specifications, native range classifications, and ecological benefits verified against official Texas botanical repositories.
Asclepias texana (Texas Milkweed) is an elegant native Texas perennial featuring crisp white flower umbels set against deep glossy green foliage. Native primarily to the Edwards Plateau and Chihuahuan Deserts of Texas, it thrives in dry, gravelly limestone soils and serves as a vital larval host plant for Monarch and Queen butterflies.
Growing Conditions
Bloom & Wildlife Benefit
Recognized by Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation as providing special value to native bees, honey bees, and supporting natural pest control.
Like all Asclepias species, stems contain milky latex sap with cardenolides. Toxic to livestock and pets if consumed in large quantities.
Maintenance & Propagation
Extremely low maintenance once established. Deep taproot prefers undisturbed soil. Collect dry seed pods in late summer for propagation.