species 1,896 observations
Savannah Milkweed
Asclepias pedicellata
Field notes
Asclepias pedicellata is a species of milkweed in the family Apocynaceae. It is a perennial herbaceous plant that produces yellow or green flowers. Its common name is savannah milkweed.
The species belongs to the genus Asclepias, a diverse group of flowering plants commonly known as milkweeds. Like other members of the genus, Asclepias pedicellata is a nectar-producing plant that can provide resources for pollinators. Milkweeds are also well known as host plants for the monarch butterfly and other lepidopteran species.
Asclepias pedicellata is a perennial species, meaning that it survives for more than two years and can regenerate during successive growing seasons. Its flowers are an important characteristic used in the identification of the species.
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Caterpillars
Moths and butterflies raised on it



Monarch, Milkweed Tussock Moth, Isabella Tiger Moth, Queen
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Plant eaters
Animals that feed on it



Large Milkweed Bug, Eastern Cottontail, Rose-breasted Grosbeak, Red-banded Leafhopper
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Flower visitors
Pollinators and other flower visitors



Blackened Milkweed Beetle, Hoary Leafcutter Bee, Brown-belted Bumble Bee, Southern Plains Bumble Bee
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Range
Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided
Key traits
- Layer
- Herbaceous plants
- Plant type
- Perennial Wildflower
From USDA PLANTS.