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Low Milkweed (Asclepias pumila) is a perennial forb found in the native ranges of Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, and Wyoming. Low Milkweed (Latin: Asclepias pumila) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Low 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.
Low Milkweed is a member native to COL, IOW, KAN, MNT, NEB, and NWM. Low Milkweed thrives in full to partial sun and prefers well-draining soil that is light (sandy) or medium.
Low Milkweed grows best in USDA zone 5-9, full sun, partial sun/shade light, dry, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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