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Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) is a perennial forb or herb native to the eastern and central United States, as well as parts of Canada. Swamp Milkweed (Latin: Asclepias incarnata) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Swamp Milkweed is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Swamp Milkweed is a member native to ALA, ARK, COL, CNT, DEL, and WDC. Swamp Milkweed thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist to wet soils that are light (sandy) or medium.
Swamp Milkweed grows best in USDA zone 3-8, full sun, partial sun/shade light, dry, moist, wet water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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