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Showy Milkweed (Asclepias speciosa) is a perennial herb found in the wild across North America from Alberta to California and southward into Texas. Showy Milkweed (Latin: Asclepias speciosa) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Showy 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.
Showy Milkweed is a member native to ABT, ARI, BRC, CAL, COL, and IDA. Showy Milkweed thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist to dry conditions, making it adaptable for various garden settings.
Showy Milkweed grows best in USDA zone 3-9, 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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