Woollypod Milkweed (Asclepias eriocarpa)

Family: Asclepiadaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Asclepias eriocarpa is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.9 m (3ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, insects, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). Suitable for: light (sandy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

A gum obtained from the latex in the stems can be used for chewing. It is usually boiled in water first until it coagulates and is sometimes mixed with oil. — A gum obtained from the latex in the stems can be used for chewing.; It is usually boiled in water first until it coagulates and is sometimes mixed with oil.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry barren places below 2000 metres. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)