Asclepias Fascicularis Narrow Leaf Milkweed. Mexican whorled milkweed narrow leaf milkweed asclepias fascicularis a dicot is a perennial herb that is native to california is also found outside of california but is confined to western north america. The blooms occur on upright thin stems clad with long narrow pointed leaves.
Observation search 2011 records plant characteristics. Asclepias fascicularis is a great nectar source for native bees. Asclepias fascicularis produces its white flowers with a flush of pink from late spring to early fall.
Asclepias fascicularis is found in most of the western states.
Thin narrow leaves give this milkweed an open and easy to grow perennial that serves as a host plant for monarch butterflies as well as a nectar source for many other bees and butterflies. This easy to grow plant is often part of wildlife gardens and restoration projects where it can be planted from seed to mix with native grasses and wildflowers. The flowers are a great source of nectar for butterflies hummingbirds bees and other beneficial insects. Observation search 2011 records plant characteristics.