Asclepias curassavica
Common: bloodflower, scarlet milkweedAsclepias curassavica - 72 per flat
- Height: 24"-30"
- Spread: 12"-24"
- Spacing: 12"
- Hardiness Zone(s): 9-11
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Plant Details
Asclepias curassavica is a tender perennial that grows upright and tall with spiraling lanceolate leaves. The flowers, in small scarlet red and orange umbels, are very bright and showy, and wonderful at attracting Monarch butterflies. Bloodflower is a milkweed and thus contains a milky sap that exudes from the foliage when cut or damaged.
Characteristics & Attributes
Exposure
- Full Sun
Soil Moisture Needs
- Average
- Moist
Plug Type
- Horticultural Plug
For Animals
- Deer Resistant
- Pollinator-friendly
- Caution: Toxic
- Songbird-friendly
Season of Interest (Flowering)
- Late Summer
- Summer
Propagation Type
- Open pollinated
Care & Maintenance
Best in full sun in moist, well-drained soil.
Interesting Notes
The seed pods of bloodflower are showy and have been used dried as ornaments.