Native Milkweed Vs Tropical Milkweed. Houston is an important location not only for migratory birds but also for a popular and imperiled migratory insect the. In florida the species has escaped from gardens and become established in natural areas.
Houston is an important location not only for migratory birds but also for a popular and imperiled migratory insect the. It is simple to propagate allowing growers to rapidly produce the plant for quick sale. Why has this non native become a staple in so many north american butterfly gardens.
Aquatic milkweed linda auld founder of project monarch is spearheading.
I am curious what you all think about the attraction of butterfly weed asclepias tuberosa vs. Tropical milkweed asclepias curassavica is a non native milkweed that has exploded in popularity in response to the demand for milkweed. The red and yellow blooms of tropical milkweed asclepias curassavica are ubiquitous in north florida butterfly gardens. Scientists are concerned that this nonnative milkweed has negative impacts on monarchs.