Sullivant's Milkweed, also known as Prairie Milkweed, is a long-lived perennial and very similar to Common Milkweed at first glance. However, Sullivant's Milkweed is less aggressive, its completely smooth leaves are more succulent-like, and the …
Sullivant's Milkweed (Asclepias sullivantii), also known as Prairie Milkweed, is very similar to Common Milkweed at first glance. However, Sullivant's Milkweed is less aggressive, has smooth succulent-like leaves, and the flowers are typically a more uniform pink.
Listed as a threatened species in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Michigan, this gorgeous prairie plant makes a fine addition to any sunny perennial garden with medium soil. A superior candidate for the butterfly garden, Sullivant's is one the best milkweeds for attracting butterflies. Hummingbirds and a variety of other pollinators will also take great interest. The structural shape and bold texture of this milkweed help it stand out in a border. It does just as well as a member of a naturalized planting with other prairie species such as Wild Quinine, Meadow Blazingstar and Culver's Root.
Sullivant's Milkweed is a host plant for the Monarch butterfly, Queen butterfly, and the Milkweed Tussock Moth.
Native plants can be grown outside of their native range in the appropriate growing conditions. This map shows the native range, as well as the introduced range, of this species.
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