Butterfly Weed (Pleurisy Root)
Asclepias tuberosa - A species of Milkweed native to eastern and southwestern North America, Butterfly Weed is also known as Pleurisy Root or Orange Milkweed. With its low mounding profile and bright, long-lasting orange flowers, this is one of the most popular milkweed plants. It’s an important host plant for Monarch and Queen butterflies. The root can also be used medicinally to help with lung congestion or menstrual cramping.
Full Sun
Space 18” apart.
Available in 4.25 inch (quart) and gallon pots.
(more planting information and harvesting suggestions are in our planting guide we send you after purchase)
Asclepias tuberosa - A species of Milkweed native to eastern and southwestern North America, Butterfly Weed is also known as Pleurisy Root or Orange Milkweed. With its low mounding profile and bright, long-lasting orange flowers, this is one of the most popular milkweed plants. It’s an important host plant for Monarch and Queen butterflies. The root can also be used medicinally to help with lung congestion or menstrual cramping.
Full Sun
Space 18” apart.
Available in 4.25 inch (quart) and gallon pots.
(more planting information and harvesting suggestions are in our planting guide we send you after purchase)
Asclepias tuberosa - A species of Milkweed native to eastern and southwestern North America, Butterfly Weed is also known as Pleurisy Root or Orange Milkweed. With its low mounding profile and bright, long-lasting orange flowers, this is one of the most popular milkweed plants. It’s an important host plant for Monarch and Queen butterflies. The root can also be used medicinally to help with lung congestion or menstrual cramping.
Full Sun
Space 18” apart.
Available in 4.25 inch (quart) and gallon pots.
(more planting information and harvesting suggestions are in our planting guide we send you after purchase)