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Popular common name:

Antelope-Horns milkweed

Botanical Nomenclature:
Asclepias asperula

Adapted to thrive in arid conditions, Asclepias asperula is drought-tolerant and requires minimal maintenance, making it ideal for water-efficient gardens.

Unique Attributes of 

Asclepias asperula

1 Flower Color

Green, White, Purple, Cream

2 Plant Height

1-2 feet

3 USDA Zones

6b-9a

4 Bloom Timing

March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October

5 Light Preference

Full Sun

6 Soil Moisture

Low

7 Soil Substraite

Rocky

8 Ecoregion I/II

9 Soil Moisture

Low

10 Difficulty Rank

🟡 Moderate

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