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California Desert Milkweed

Asclepias Erosa

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Overview

The California Desert Milkweed (Asclepias erosa), endemic to southwestern US deserts, is a drought-tolerant perennial. It features stout stems with narrow leaves up to 4 inches long. In spring and summer, it presents creamy yellow to greenish-white flowers in complex clusters. This milkweed stands up to 3 feet tall and spreads about 2 feet wide, attracting butterflies, especially monarchs. Ideal for xeriscaping, it thrives in full sun and well-draining soils.

Sun FullWater LowZones 8–11Climate Arid
California Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — The California Desert Milkweed (Asclepias erosa)
California Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — endemic to southwestern US desertsCalifornia Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — is a drought-tolerant perennialCalifornia Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — It features stout stems with narrow leaves up to 4 inches longCalifornia Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — In spring and summer, it presents creamy yellow to greenish-white flowers in complex clustersCalifornia Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — This milkweed stands up to 3 feet tall and spreads about 2 feet wideCalifornia Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — Ideal for xeriscaping, it thrives in full sun and well-draining soils+7

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Asclepiadaceae
Climate
Arid

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California Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — The California Desert Milkweed (Asclepias erosa)
California Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — endemic to southwestern US deserts
California Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — is a drought-tolerant perennial
California Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — It features stout stems with narrow leaves up to 4 inches long
California Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — In spring and summer, it presents creamy yellow to greenish-white flowers in complex clusters
California Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — This milkweed stands up to 3 feet tall and spreads about 2 feet wide
California Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — Ideal for xeriscaping, it thrives in full sun and well-draining soils
California Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — commonly referred to as California Desert Milkweed
California Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — is a vital and intriguing species for any arid landscape design
California Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — this milkweed is adapted for survival in harsh desert conditions
California Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — making it an ideal mid-ground addition to garden compositions
California Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — Its stout, erect stems are adorned with thick, oblong leaves that span about 4 to 8 inches long
California Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — The foliage presents a pale green hue
California Desert Milkweed (Asclepias Erosa) — Asclepias erosa produces clusters of complex

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