Longleaf Milkweed. Longifolia literally translates to long leaf hence the common name. Smith badassbotanist on mar 17 2017 at 3 22pm pdt.
Smith badassbotanist on mar 17 2017 at 3 22pm pdt. The plant contains a milky latex like substance that is toxic to most animals but monarchs and queens are adapted to feed on them despite the chemical. It is rare in the north end of its range and is presumed to be extinct in delaware.
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Longleaf milkweed asclepias longifolia is native to texas and other states. The plant contains a milky latex like substance that is toxic to most animals but monarchs and queens are adapted to feed on them despite the chemical. Longleaf milkweed asclepias longifolia is native to texas and other states. Longifolia literally translates to long leaf hence the common name.